List of nine important antimicrobial agents:- 1. Phenol and Phenol Derivatives 2. Alcohols 3. Halogens 4. Heavy Metal and their Compounds 5. Aldehydes 6. Gaseous Agents 7. Dyes 8. Detergents 9. Quaternary Ammonium Compounds. Antimicrobial Chemical Agent # 1. Phenol and Phenol Derivatives: Phenol is obtained by distillation of coal-tar. It is credited to be […]
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The following points highlight the top four methods adopted for sterilization of bacteria. The methods are: 1. Heat Sterilization 2. Sterilization by Filtration 3. Sterilization by Radiation 4. Sterilization by Chemicals. Method # 1. Heat Sterilization: One of the common methods of sterilization is by application of heat. Bacteriological media, both liquid and solid, are […]