Chapter 5: Control Of Microbial Growth Flashcards

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Sterilization

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Removal of ALL microorganisms including endospores and viruses.
(Doesn’t consider prions)

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Disinfection

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Elimination of MOST pathogens. Some viable microbes may remain.

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Disinfectants

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Used on inanimate objects.

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Antiseptics

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Used on living tissue.

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Pasteurization

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Brief heating to reduce number of spoilage organisms, and destroy pathogens. (Foods and inanimate objects)

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Decontamination

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Reduce pathogens to levels considered safe to handle through

  • hand washing
  • heating
  • use of disinfectants
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Sanitation

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Reduce microbes populations to meet accepted health standards.

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Perservation

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Delaying spoilage of foods and other perishable products. Adjust conditions or add bacteriostatic preservatives.

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