Microbiology: Principles and Explorations 9th Edition

Published by Wiley
ISBN 10: 1-11874-316-4
ISBN 13: 978-1-11874-316-4

Chapter 12 - Sterilization and Disinfection - Self Quiz - Page 370: 14

Answer

(b) 15 minutes

Work Step by Step

Autoclaving must be used for a minimum of 15 minutes. Pressure of 15 $lb/in.^{2}$ above atmospheric pressure maintained for 15-20 minutes in which a temperature of 121 °C is reached is necessary kill spores.
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