CLEANING AND SANITIZING

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the process of removing food and other types of soil from a surface such as a countertop or plate

cleaning

the process of reducing the number of microorganisms on that surface to safe levels

sanitizing

compounds which remove food., soil, rust, stains, minerals, etc.

cleaning agents

categories of cleaning agents

acid cleaners
abrasive cleaners
detergents
solvent cleaners

water-soluble cleaning agents that combines with impurities and dirt to make them more soluble. it can penetrate soil quickly; e.g., dishwashing detergent

detergents

degreasers; used periodically on surfaces where grease has burned on

solvent cleaners

used to remove scale in ware washing machines and steam tables. use periodically on mineral deposits and other soils that detergents cannot remove

acid cleaners

used to remove heavy accumulation of soil often found in small areas; can also disinfect

abrasive cleaners

3 ways to sanitize

heat
radiation
chemicals - bleach