Which of the following statements is true regarding steam sterilization? a. It is a universal technique, applicable to a product of any nature. b. At the same temperature, usually more effective than dry heat. c. Steam sterilization is amenable to a continuous workflow. d. The purpose of the steam is to keep the product from drying out during sterilization.

Which of the following statements is true regarding steam sterilization? a. It is a universal technique, applicable to a product of any nature. b. At the same temperature, usually more effective than dry heat. c. Steam sterilization is amenable to a continuous workflow. d. The purpose of the steam is to keep the product from drying out during sterilization.

Basic Clinical Laboratory Techniques 6E

6th Edition

ISBN:9781133893943

Author:ESTRIDGE

Publisher:ESTRIDGE

Chapter1: The Clinical Laboratory

Section1.8: Laboratory Math And Reagent Preparation

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