Lab 16 Chemical methods of control: use-dilution and disk diffusion tests Flashcards
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Germicides
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Substances designed to reduce the number of pathogens on a surface or living tissue
2
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Antiseptic
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germicides safe for use on living tissue
3
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Bactericidal (adj.)
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resulting in cell death
4
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Bacteriostatic (adj.)
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growth inhibitory
5
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Antibiotics
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Natural antimicrobial agents produced by microorganisms; mainly used to treat bacterial diseases
6
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Synthetic compounds
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formulated for the same purpose as antibiotics, but they are not produced naturally; classified only as antimicrobial agents
