Which Sterilization Method Is Most Commonly Used, Safest, Least Expensive

question 54

Multiple Choice

Which sterilization method is most commonly used, safest, least expensive, and appropriate for the majority of surgical instruments?

• A) ethylene oxide
• B) ionizing radiation
• C) peracetic acid
• D) saturated steam

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Definitions:

Genotype Frequencies

Refer to the proportions of different genetic combinations in a population.

Genetic Variation

The diversity of genetic alleles and genotypes within a species or among populations, crucial for adaptation and evolution.

Evolutionary Change

The process through which species undergo modification and diversification over generations due to genetic variation and natural selection.

Natural Selection

The process where organisms better adapted to their environment tend to survive and produce more offspring, a fundamental concept in evolutionary biology.