Sterilization

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-026791",
  "term": "Sterilization",
  "field": "Environment",
  "definition": "1. (STARE-uh-luh-ZAY-shun) The removal or destruction of all microorganisms, including pathogenic and other bacteria, vegetative forms and spores.\n\n2. The removal or destruction of all microorganisms, including pathogenic and other bacteria, vegetative forms, and spores.\n\n3. The destruction of all living organisms in water or on the surface of various materials. In contrast, disinfection is the destruction of most living organisms.",
  "subject": "Air",
  "references": [
    "Drinking Water Technical & Legal Terms",
    "Terms of Environment",
    "I-BEAM Glossary of Terms"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/sterilization/"
}