The minimum sterilizing conditions in a steam autoclave are
A. 160°C for 2 hours.
B. 71.6°C for 15 seconds.
C. 121°C at 15 psi for 15 minutes.
D. 100°C for 30 minutes.
E. 63°C for 30 minutes.
Answer: C
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