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#Question id: 34325


Which of the following statements regarding moist heat sterilization are correct?

#XL - S Microbiology
  1. It kills microorganisms primarily by denaturation of proteins.
  2. Autoclaving is performed at 121°C under 15 psi for 15–20 minutes.
  3. It is less effective than dry heat in destroying bacterial endospores.
  4. Boiling at 100°C for 10 minutes is sufficient to sterilize surgical instruments.