sterilization
Definition
Total destruction of all microorganisms (whether or not pathogenic) and their spores, usually through the use of drastic methods such as concentrated toxic chemicals (chlorine, formaldehyde, glutar-aldehydes, etc.), very high temperature, or intense radiation. A sterilized item cannot support life in any form. See also sterilant.
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sterilization is in the HACCP & Food Industry subject.
sterilization appears in the definitions of the following terms: spore, sanitization, irradiation and canning
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