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Which sterilization method is characterized by the absence of pathogenic microbes?
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?
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?
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?
What is the primary source of gamma radiation used in ionizing radiation sterilization?
Which of the following methods does NOT involve chemical sterilization?
Which of the following methods does NOT involve chemical sterilization?
What is the main difference between sporostatic and sporocidal disinfectants?
What is the main difference between sporostatic and sporocidal disinfectants?
What is the main use of filtration mentioned in the text?
What is the main use of filtration mentioned in the text?
Which is the recommended size filter that will exclude the smallest bacteria cells?
Which is the recommended size filter that will exclude the smallest bacteria cells?
What is the purpose of Tyndallization mentioned in the text?
What is the purpose of Tyndallization mentioned in the text?
What is the principle behind autoclaving as a sterilization method?
What is the principle behind autoclaving as a sterilization method?
How does pasteurization differ from sterilization?
How does pasteurization differ from sterilization?
Why is an oven with a fan preferred over one without a fan for sterilizing items?
Why is an oven with a fan preferred over one without a fan for sterilizing items?
