Question

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question 49 2 pts
the process of removing dirt, dust, blood, or other visible contaminants from a surface is known as:
cleaning
sterilization
disinfection
high - level disinfection

Explanation:

Cleaning is the process of removing visible contaminants like dirt, dust, blood from a surface. Sterilization is the destruction of all forms of microbial life. Disinfection (including high - level disinfection) is the reduction of microbial populations but not necessarily removal of visible contaminants.

Answer:

cleaning