Which of the following is an example of pasteurization?

A. A public toilet is treated with disinfectants.
B. A surgeon washes her hands before surgery.
C. Heat is used to kill potential pathogens in apple juice.
D. An autoclave is used to prepare nutrient agar.
E. A nurse prepares an injection site with an alcohol swab.


Answer: C

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