Sterilization Techniques Quiz

To eliminate all forms of microbial life (correct)

To reduce the number of microbes to a safe level

To improve the taste and odor of food products

To prevent the growth of bacteria only

Autoclaving

Filtration

Pasteurization

Gas sterilization (correct)

Does not effectively destroy spores

Requires longer exposure time compared to moist heat sterilization (correct)

Only suitable for metal instruments

Operates at a lower temperature than moist heat sterilization