Chapter 13: Sterilization and Disinfection

These flashcards cover key vocabulary terms related to sterilization and disinfection from the lecture.

Disinfectants

Substances applied to non-living objects to kill or inhibit the growth of microorganisms.

Antiseptics

Substances applied to living tissue to prevent infection by inhibiting the growth of pathogens.

Sterilization

The process of killing or removing all microorganisms from a material or object.

Sterile

Describes a condition where no living organisms are present.

Disinfection

The process of reducing the number of pathogenic microorganisms on a surface.

Bacteriostatic

A substance that prevents the growth and reproduction of bacteria.

Bactericide

A substance that kills bacteria.