• autoclave

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    An autoclave is…

    A device used to sterilize laboratory equipment. Gene technology laboratory safety policy requires that all equipment used as well as contaminated waste products be sterilized. An autoclave consists of a gastight pressure container similar to a pressure cooker. The equipment is sterlized in 121 degree C hot water vapor and at 2 bar pressure.

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