A company that manufactures an antimicrobial cleaner for kitchen counters claims that its product is effective when used in a $50 \%$ water solution. By what means might scientists best verify this statement? a. disk-diffusion test b. phenol coefficient c. filter paper test d. in-use test
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Disk-diffusion test: This test is used to determine the susceptibility of bacteria to various antimicrobial agents. It involves placing a disk containing the antimicrobial agent on an agar plate with bacteria and measuring the zone of inhibition. This test could Show more…
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