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MIC 121 LaboratorySafety andEthicsin Microbiology Objective Question

Question

Used petri dishes, culture tubes, and contaminated disposable PPE should be disposed of in which type of waste container?
Options
A Black (General Waste)
B Blue (Liquid Waste)
C Yellow (Biohazard Bag)
Correct Answer
D Red (Sharps Container)
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 19 states: 'YELLOW Biohazard Bag: Solid biological waste: used petri dishes, culture tubes, contaminated disposable PPE. Autoclave then incinerate.'

Hint

This type of waste contains biological materials and requires specific handling and disposal procedures.

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