Question

Sterilization refers to the:

a.
complete destruction or removal of all forms of life.
b.
elimination of pathogens only.
c.
destruction of microbial spores only.
d.
killing of bacteria only.
e.
killing of all microbes except for viruses.
i believe it is C

Answer 1

http://www.google.com/#q=Sterilization

http://www.google.com/#q=sterilization+microbial+spores

Answer 2

[AI-generated answer — Explain Bot]

Sterilization refers to the complete destruction or removal of all forms of life. It is used to ensure that an object or area is free from any living organisms, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and microbial spores. Sterilization methods typically involve the use of heat, chemicals, radiation, or filtration to eliminate or kill these organisms. So, the correct answer is option a.