Question

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select the correct answer.
who introduced modern methods of surgery, such as antiseptics, sterilization, and washing hands?
a. louis pasteur
b. edward jenner
c. joseph lister
d. robert koch

Explanation:

Joseph Lister is known for pioneering antiseptic surgery by using carbolic acid to sterilize surgical instruments and wounds, reducing infection rates. Louis Pasteur developed germ theory, Edward Jenner created the smallpox vaccine, and Robert Koch identified specific pathogens—none of these focused on modern surgical antiseptic methods as Lister did.

Answer:

C. Joseph Lister