All of the Following Are Correct About the Autoclave, Except

question 38

Multiple Choice

All of the following are correct about the autoclave, except

• A)it is important not to overload the chamber.
• B)it is effective for sterilizing powders, oils, and waxy substances.
• C)the duration of the process depends on how full the chamber is.
• D)it is the temperature that kills the microbes, not the pressure by itself.
• E)sterilization is achieved when steam condenses against the objects in the chamber and raises their temperatures.

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Definitions:

Sensory Overload

A condition where one or more of the body's senses experiences over-stimulation from the environment.

Cornea

The transparent front part of the eye that covers the iris, pupil, and anterior chamber, responsible for focusing most of the light that enters the eye.

Protects

Protects refers to the act of keeping someone or something safe from harm, damage, or injury through preventive measures or actions.

Lens

A piece of transparent material, usually glass or plastic, that refracts or focuses light rays, used in glasses, cameras, and various optical devices.