Chapter 7: The control of Microbial Growth Flashcards
1
Q
What is the difference between sterilization and disinfection?
A
Sterilization destroys/removes all microbes while disinfection destroys/removes most, but not all
2
Q
When you cleanse living tissue using chemicals, what is it called?
A
Antisepsis
3
Q
When you wash your hands what are you doing?
A
Degerming
4
Q
What is the difference between disinfection and sanitization?
A
Disinfection is done at home while sanitization is done in public
5
Q
What can affect death rate of microbes?
A
of microbes, environmental influences, time of exposure, and microbial characteristics
6
Q
Why is moist heat more effective than dry heat?
A
Moist heat uses water which carries more energy than air
