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Physical methods of sterilization- Heat, Filtration, Radiation

May 23, 2020May 11, 2020 by Anupama Sapkota

What is Sterilization? Sterilization is the complete removal of microorganisms from an object or surfaces. Sterilization is obtained when microorganisms are subjected to antimicrobial agents for sufficient time and at optimum conditions. Figure: Physical methods of sterilization. Image created using … Read more

Mutation- Causes, Mechanisms, Agents and Significance

February 4, 2021September 17, 2018 by Sagar Aryal

Mutation is a process that produces a gene or chromosome that differs from the wild type (arbitrary standard for what “normal” is for an organism). It is most commonly defined as a spontaneous permanent change in a gene or chromosome … Read more