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Microbiology General 4e268e02

Ionizing radiation commonly used for disinfection?

A
UV rays
B
Infrared
C
X-rays
D
Gamma rays
High-Yield Explanation
Ans. is'd' i.e., Gamma rays There are 2 general types of radiation used for sterilization, ionizing radiation and non-ionizing radiation. Ionizing radiation is the use of sho wavelength, high-intensity radiation to destroy microorganisms. This radiation can come in the form of gamma or X-rays that react with DNA resulting in a damaged cell.

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