List three issues to consider when killing an organism and explain each.
What will be an ideal response?
Possible answers include:
Initial number of organisms: the more present will influence the method we need to use.
Presence of spores: spores require special techniques.
Environment: a rough surface must be physically cleaned to expose all surfaces.
Exposure time: the longer the exposure to the agent the more effective the treatment.
Temperature: increasing the temperature 10°C approximately doubles the killing rate.
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