2 | What is an "autoclave"? a | Why do you think that many chemical solutions are sterilized by autoclaving before use? b | In order to keep your chemical solutions sterile, what other lab supplies should be autoclaved?
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It is essentially a pressure cooker that reaches temperatures of around 121°C and 15 P.S.I. pressure to kill any microorganisms present. Show more…
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