Toilet-Seat Lid and Germs Study

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What did the recent study by microbiologists from the University of Arizona discover about the spread of germs when flushing a toilet?

  • Germs spread more when the lid is down.
  • There is no significant difference in the spread of germs whether the lid is up or down. (correct)
  • Germs spread only when the lid is up.
  • The lid being up prevents the spread of germs effectively.

What was the conclusion drawn by the researchers regarding the impact of closing the toilet lid before flushing?

  • It increases the spread of viruses.
  • It significantly reduces the risk of contaminating bathroom surfaces.
  • It only impacts human-infecting viruses.
  • It has no effect on the spread of germs. (correct)

How did microbiologist Dr. Charles Gerba describe the effect of flushing a toilet with the lid up?

  • It is the most effective way to contain germs.
  • It does not affect the spread of germs significantly. (correct)
  • It stops the spread of all viruses effectively.
  • It prevents all germs from spreading out of the toilet bowl.

What was the researchers' advice regarding disinfection after using a toilet or flushing?

<p>To cut down on germ spread, it is important to disinfect restroom surfaces after flushing or using a toilet brush. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was unique about the virus used in the study conducted by the microbiologists at the University of Arizona?

<p>It was a non-infectious virus to humans. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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