Multiple choice

Sterilization is the killing of all microorganisms in a material or on the surface of an object. Among the following, _______ has replaced steam in the sterilization of medical equipments in the hospitals.

  1. acenaphthoquinone

  2. chloroethane

  3. ethylene glycol

  4. ethylene oxide

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D Correct answer
Explanation

Ethylene oxide is a cyclic ether. This means that it is composed of 2 alkyl groups attached to an oxygen atom in a cyclic shape (circular).It is a disinfectant that is widely used in hospitals and has replaced steam in the sterilization of heat-sensitive tools and equipment, such as disposable plastic syringes.