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Module 11 - Controlling Microorganism Growth - Activity 2

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Activity 1 : : Activity 2 : : Activity 3 : : Activity 4 : : Activity 5 : : Activity 6

Activity 2: Learning Resources

Microbiology Demystified: A Self Teaching Guide

Read Chapter 6

  • What is the chemical requirement for microbial growth?
  • What are the phases of growth?  How can phases be utilized to control a microorganism’s growth?
  • What methods can be used to control microbial growth? What are physical and chemical means?

Describe the action of the following antimicrobial agents:

  • Sterilization
  • Filtration
  • Radiation
  • Pressure
  • Antisepsis
  • Aseptic
  • Disinfection
  • Degerming
  • Pasteurization
  • Sanitation
  • Chemical agents

  • How do temperature, pH, and environment affect microbial growth?

Read Chapter 14 - Types of Immunity

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