The difference between the aseptic and terminal methods of sterilization is:
a. the aseptic method does not require boiling of the bottles.
b. the terminal method requires boiling water to be added to the formula.
c. the aseptic method requires a longer preparation time.
d. the terminal method sterilizes the prepared formula at the same time it sterilizes the equipment.
D
In the terminal sterilization method, the formula is prepared in the bottles, which are loosely capped, and then the bottles are placed in the sterilizer, where they are boiled for 25 minutes.
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