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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?
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?
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?
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?
What was the researchers' advice regarding disinfection after using a toilet or flushing?
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What was unique about the virus used in the study conducted by the microbiologists at the University of Arizona?
What was unique about the virus used in the study conducted by the microbiologists at the University of Arizona?
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