Laboratory Experiments in Microbiology (11th Edition)
11th Edition
ISBN: 9780321994936
Author: Ted R. Johnson, Christine L. Case
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 22, Problem 3Q
Give an example of a nonlaboratory use of each of the following methods to control microbial growth.
- Incineration:
- Pasteurization:
- Autoclaving:
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Chapter 22 Solutions
Laboratory Experiments in Microbiology (11th Edition)
Ch. 22 - Prob. 1QCh. 22 - Prob. 2QCh. 22 - Give an example of a nonlaboratory use of each of...Ch. 22 - Define the term pasteurization. What is the...Ch. 22 - Explain why fungi and Bacillus sometimes grow...Ch. 22 - Assume that a DRT value for autoclaving a culture...Ch. 22 - Indicators are used in autoclaving to ensure that...Ch. 22 - A biological indicator used in autoclaving is a...Ch. 22 - The source of Legionella causing...
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