Sterilization:
refers to the removal or destruction of all microbes, including viruses, and bacterial endospores, in or on an object.
Aseptic:
describes an environment or procedure that is free of contamination by pathogens.
Disinfection:
refers to the use of physical or chemical agents known as disinfectants to inhibit or destroy microorganisms, especially pathogens.
Degerming:
is the removal of microbes from a surface by scrubbing, such as when you wash your hands.
Sanitation:
is the process of disinfecting places and utensils used by the public to reduce the number of pathogenic microbes to meet accepted public health standards.
Pasteurization:
is the use of heat to kill pathogens and reduce the number of spoilage microorganisms in food and beverages.
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