Question

20 multiple choice 1 point which of the following best describes the process of sterilization? removal of visible soil from surfaces reduction of the number of pathogens to a safe level elimination of harmful bacteria but not viruses the complete destruction of all microorganisms including spores clear my selection

Explanation:

Sterilization is defined as the complete destruction of all microorganisms, including spores, which ensures a completely pathogen - free environment. Removing visible soil is cleaning, reducing pathogens to a safe level is disinfection, and eliminating only bacteria but not viruses is not sterilization.

Answer:

The complete destruction of all microorganisms including spores