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Microbiology General Microbiology Pa-2 and Pa-3 (Sterilization and Bacterial Genetics) 72611782

Autoclaving is done in

A
Dry air at 12oC and 15 psi
B
Steam at 100oC for 30 minutes
C
Steam at 121 oC for 15 minutes
D
Dry air at 160oC for 30 minutes
High-Yield Explanation
Moist head sterilization - Pasteurization,water bath,inspissation < 100 degree C Boiling,Steaming,Tyndallization = 100 degree C Autoclave >100 degree C Most commonly used sterilization condition for autoclave is 121 degree C for 15 min at pressure of 15 pounds.

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