Paper I — 2022 February (2019 Scheme) — Q13

Paper I

2022 February (2019 Scheme) · 100 marks · 180 min

Question

Name two sporicidal disinfectants.

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Answer

Two sporicidal disinfectants: Glutaraldehyde (2% activated alkaline solution) and Ethylene oxide gas.

(Other valid examples: formaldehyde; high-concentration hydrogen peroxide; peracetic acid.)

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1. 1Sterilization Methods

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