microbio rushh Flashcards
1
Q
denaturing proteins and dissolving lipids
A
alcohols
2
Q
60-95%
A
aqueous ethanol
3
Q
62-65%
A
isopropanol
4
Q
best concentration for alcohol
A
70%
5
Q
surfactants interact with the lipid in the cell membrane and with the surrounding water
A
detergent/soap
6
Q
original disinfectant of lister
A
phenols
7
Q
most effective skin antiseptic
A
iodine
8
Q
inhibits enzymatic activities
A
heavy metals
9
Q
for cleansing wounds and contact lenses
A
H2O2
10
Q
denatures protein
A
formaldehyde
11
Q
formaline water content
A
37%
12
Q
10x more effective than formaldehyde and less toxic
A
glutaraldehyde
13
Q
for sterilization of heat-sensitive equipments;
most effective cold sterilization technique
A
ethylene oxide
14
Q
denatures protein
A
acids and alkalis
15
Q
binding of + charged dye molecule to the -
A
crystal violet
