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MIC 121 Laboratory safety and ethics in microbiology Objective Question
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What are the standard temperature, pressure, and time parameters for autoclaving to effectively sterilize materials?
Options
A 100°C, 10 psi, 10-15 min
B 121°C, 15 psi, 15-30 min
Correct Answer
C 135°C, 20 psi, 5-10 min
D 160°C, 0 psi, 2 hours
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 18, under 'Sterilisation and Disinfection Methods', specifies 'Autoclaving (121°C, 15 psi, 15-30 min)'.

Hint

Locate the 'Autoclaving' section in the 'Sterilisation and Disinfection Methods' table.

Question Info

Course: MIC 121
Topic: Laboratory safety and ethics in microbiology
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 574 of 984
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