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MIC 121 Introduction what are microbes Objective Question

Question

What is the definition of Thermal Death Point (TDP) in the context of hot air oven sterilization?
Options
A The minimum time taken to kill all microorganisms at a specific temperature.
B The lowest temperature required to kill all microorganisms when applied for a specific time period.
Correct Answer
C The optimal temperature for microbial growth.
D The temperature at which spores are formed.
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 23 defines: 'The thermal death point is the lowest temperature required to kill all the microorganisms when applied for a specific time period.'

Hint

Recall the definitions of TDP and TDT.

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