Biosecurity Flashcards
1
Q
What is an ‘antiseptic’?
A
A non-selective chemical that causes the destruction or inhibition of microorganisms, preventing their growth or multiplication, without injuring the animal.
2
Q
What is disinfection?
A
A process that is used to reduce the number of microorganisms to a level that is not harmful to health.
3
Q
What is ‘zoonosis’?
A
A disease which can be transferred between animals (usually vertebrae) and humans, or vice versa.
