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- Define the following terms; Sterilization, and Aseptic Technique. What are the differences between the two concepts?In sterilization, which among the supplies, instruments, glassware, etc. under the list of materials can be sterilized using either or both equipment below? List them down under the category: a) For “autoclaving” only, B) For Dry heat oven sterilization ,And C) Can be sterilized with either. Materials: 200-ml Erlenmeyer flask Stove 500-ml Erlenmeyer flask Autoclave 10-mL graduated cylinder Analytical balance 100-ml graduated cylinder pH meter Spatula Stirring rod 100-mL beaker Test tubes Distilled water Petri dish Stirring rod Alcohol lamp Glass dropperDefine sterilization.
- What are the advantages of UV disinfection versus, or as acomplement to, chemical disinfection with chlorine?Identify the principles and procedures related to disinfection and sterilization.Explain some of the problems involved in sterilizing delicate andheat-sensitive instruments such as endoscopes, syringes, needles,catheters, and other instruments.
- Aseptic technique refers to A) the microbial inoculum placed into a test tube or onto a Petri plate. B) a series of practices to avoid contamination. C) the autoclave and other sterilizing procedures. D) cleanliness in the laboratory.Differentiate sterilization from disinfection. Differentiate sterilization from disinfection.Why is the sterilization important in healthcare system and can you give briefly explain?