In which of the following methods of sterilization does moisture cause coagulation of proteins within microorganisms at a much lower temperature than is possible with dry heat? 

A. Microwave processing
B. Gas processing
C. Autoclaving
D. Chemical processing
E. Ultrasonic processing


C. Autoclaving
The moisture in the autoclave causes coagulation of proteins in microorganisms at a much lower temperature than is possible with dry heat.

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