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Microbiology General Microbiology (Sterilization and Bacterial Genetics) a4d67fab

Most effective method of sterilization by heat is

A
Hot air
B
Boiling
C
Steam
D
Steam under pressure
High-Yield Explanation
Most effective method of sterilization by heat is by using moist heat (steam) above atmospheric pressure Autoclave is a classical example. Principle of autoclave- when water boils under pressure, instead of boiling at 100 degrees, it boils at a higher temperature. Hence the steam generated is at higher temperature.

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