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Disinfect

to destroy pathogenic microorganisms in or on any substance or to inhibit their growth and vital activity.


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Re: sterilization in microwave oven

Yes I stand corrected. It is disinfection not sterilisation. I do not wish to invite discussion about adequate care of contact lenses. What I described was from a time long ago when thermal disinfection was the only approved method of contact ...

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by brzezinski2
Sun Sep 06, 2009 6:32 am
 
Forum: Microbiology
Topic: sterilization in microwave oven
Replies: 12
Views: 10332

cell separation

As described in Allergy Methods and Protocols (ed. by Jones & Lymphany): 1. Take the cryovial to laminar flow hood and disinfect the outside of the vial. 2. Thaw the vial in glowed hands by slowly swirling it, or quickly thaw in +37C water bath. 3. Open the vial and transfer the ...

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by biohazard
Tue Jun 24, 2008 6:38 pm
 
Forum: Cell Biology
Topic: cell separation
Replies: 3
Views: 924

The Fiber Disease

... think, all b/c of you, that University is going to get the publicity of its gd lifetime. First of all, here is what OSU says of using chlorine to disinfect water...... that they chose to use.... Effectiveness declines rapidly in water with particulates or organic substances Less powerful disinfectant ...

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by London
Sun Oct 01, 2006 10:29 pm
 
Forum: Human Biology
Topic: The Fiber Disease
Replies: 7403
Views: 749865

What causes the brown spots on pears?

... Fire Blight (bacterium). Not a problem in coastal areas. Prune off and burn infected branches. Cankers should be cut out and burned as well. Disinfect pruning tools (dip in solution of 1 part bleach / 10 parts water) before every cut to prevent spreading the disease. Spray Copper Spray in ...

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by CoolJay221
Wed Feb 15, 2006 4:13 pm
 
Forum: Botany Discussion
Topic: What causes the brown spots on pears?
Replies: 12
Views: 2234

YES I THINK-- Life Without Water Posssiiibble.

Well, there has to be a reason alcohol is used to disinfect things... If it's not it's pH or ionic properties then what is it?

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by AstusAleator
Thu Feb 02, 2006 6:05 pm
 
Forum: Molecular Biology
Topic: YES I THINK-- Life Without Water Posssiiibble.
Replies: 22
Views: 2109
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