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- Other than the application of heat, name other methods of sterilization. Define the methods and give examples of materials sterilized in each method.INSTRUCTIONS: Please do not copy here in Bartleby or in Google. QUESTIONS : 1. Aside from using the autoclave, what are other ways to kill microorganisms from glassware that can be use in the laboratory?Oven sterilization at 121˚C was performed on glassware for 15 minutes only. Effect: Rationale:
- Identify applications for ethylene oxide sterilization.IN YOUR OWN WORDS. Differentiate the following. (Not more than 10 sentences) 1. Aseptic Teachnique vs. Sterile Technique 2. Microbistatic Agent vs. Microbicidal Agent 3. Sterilization vs. Disinfection 4.How is radiation, autoclave and ultrasonic waves used in the hospitals or clinics as a means to inhibit the growthbof microbes? 5. How is filtration applied nowadays in relation to Covid-19?List 5 other methods of sterilization and describe the principle/s and when each method is used. What are the requirements to support microbial growth?