Microbiology: Germicides and Pathogenic Organisms
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What is a common characteristic of all germicides?

  • They are capable of killing all pathogenic organisms and endospores (correct)
  • They are always safe for human consumption
  • They can only kill specific pathogenic organisms
  • They are only effective against viruses
  • What is a limitation of some germicides?

  • They are only effective against bacteria
  • They can not kill all pathogenic organisms and endospores (correct)
  • They are not effective against viruses
  • They can only kill endospores
  • What is a potential consequence of using a germicide that is not capable of killing all pathogenic organisms and endospores?

  • It will kill all microorganisms
  • It may not completely eliminate infection (correct)
  • It will only kill viruses
  • It will have no effect on microorganisms
  • Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of all germicides?

    <p>They are safe for human consumption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be said about the statement 'All germicides are capable of killing all pathogenic organisms and endospore'?

    <p>It is false</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Characteristics of Germicides

    • A common characteristic of all germicides is that they are capable of reducing the number of microorganisms.

    Limitations of Germicides

    • A limitation of some germicides is that they may not be capable of killing all pathogenic organisms and endospores.

    Consequences of Ineffective Germicides

    • Using a germicide that is not capable of killing all pathogenic organisms and endospores can have the potential consequence of spreading infection.

    Inaccurate Statement about Germicides

    • The statement 'All germicides are capable of killing all pathogenic organisms and endospores' is inaccurate.

    Exclusion from Characteristics of Germicides

    • Not being capable of killing all pathogenic organisms and endospores is NOT a characteristic of all germicides.

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