Which of the Following Physical Methods of Microbial Control Is

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which of the following physical methods of microbial control is gaining popularity and public acceptance because of its effectiveness?

• A) Chemical desiccation and dehydration
• B) Ionizing radiation to damage microbial DNA
• C) High pressure treatments of 90,000 psi
• D) Freeze-drying

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Definitions:

Sex Hormones

Sex hormones are chemicals produced by the body that regulate the development and functioning of reproductive organs and secondary sexual characteristics.

Scent

The particular smell of an object, substance, or area, often processed and recognized by the olfactory system.

Olfactory Receptors

specialized nerve cells responsible for the sense of smell, located in the nasal cavity.

Odorant

Odorant refers to any substance capable of eliciting an olfactory response, meaning it has a smell that can be detected by the sensory receptors in the nose.