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Chapter 9, Problem 6MC
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Sterilization is a term that implies and ensures the complete eradication of the microbes. The sterilization can be obtained by the physical and chemical methods like heat, radiation, and use of some chemicals. Sterilization by heat is one of the key factors for eradicating the microbes. The heat has the capability to denature the microbe’s proteins, altering its cell wall, and causing irreversible damage to its
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