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17.

Sanitization leaves an object free of microbes.

18.

Ionizing radiation can penetrate surfaces, but nonionizing radiation cannot.

19.

Moist-heat sterilization protocols require the use of higher temperatures for longer periods of time than do dry-heat sterilization protocols do.

20.

Soaps are classified as disinfectants.

21.

Mercury-based compounds have fallen out of favor for use as preservatives and antiseptics.

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