Sterilisation is______________?
Correct answer: D. All pathogenic and non-pathogenic microorganisms killed
- A. Pathogens killed but spores are not affected
- B. Only pathogenic micro-organisms killed
- C. Non-pathogenic killed
- D. All pathogenic and non-pathogenic microorganisms killed
Explanation
Sterilisation means complete destruction or removal of all forms of microbial life, including pathogenic and non-pathogenic organisms and spores. Killing only pathogens describes disinfection rather than sterilisation.
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