Sterilization, Disinfection, and Antisepsis Quiz

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Which sterilization method is characterized by the absence of pathogenic microbes?

  • Aseptic (correct)
  • Moist radiation
  • Filtration
  • Heat

What is the difference between disinfectants and antiseptics?

  • Disinfectants are for living tissues while antiseptics are for inanimate surfaces.
  • Disinfectants are not used in medical settings while antiseptics are.
  • Disinfectants are less effective than antiseptics.
  • Disinfectants destroy microorganisms while antiseptics inhibit their growth. (correct)

Which method of sterilization has limited power due to poor penetration into most materials?

  • Heat
  • UV light (correct)
  • Dry Moist
  • Ionizing radiation

What is the primary source of gamma radiation used in ionizing radiation sterilization?

<p>Cobalt (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following methods does NOT involve chemical sterilization?

<p>Heat sterilization (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between sporostatic and sporocidal disinfectants?

<p>Sporostatic inhibits spore germination while sporocidal kills spores. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main use of filtration mentioned in the text?

<p>Removing most bacteria but not viruses (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which is the recommended size filter that will exclude the smallest bacteria cells?

<p>0.22 micron (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Tyndallization mentioned in the text?

<p>To kill heat-resistant spores through multiple boiling steps (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the principle behind autoclaving as a sterilization method?

<p>Replacing air with pure saturated steam under pressure (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does pasteurization differ from sterilization?

<p>Pasteurization does not achieve sterilization and uses lower temperatures (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is an oven with a fan preferred over one without a fan for sterilizing items?

<p>For even distribution of heat in the chamber (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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