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Microwaving a wet sponge for 2 minutes can help kill some bacteria and germs, but it may not eliminate all of them. It is more effective to regularly replace sponges or clean them by soaking in a bleach solution and allowing them to air dry.
No, bacteria (germs) do not sleep.
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yes bacteria and viruses are germs. so those of you who dont know that, dont rely on wikianswers and start paying attention in class!
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Kitchen sponge does because the sponge retains more water, which has germs and bacteria. Sponges soak everything up.
Proper kitchen sponge hygiene involves rinsing the sponge thoroughly after each use, squeezing out excess water, and allowing it to air dry. You can also sanitize the sponge by microwaving it on high for 1-2 minutes or running it through the dishwasher. Replace the sponge regularly, at least every 2 weeks, to prevent bacterial growth.
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No, bacteria (germs) do not sleep.
Bacteria are germs
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What color are germs? Germs can be many different colors. But most germs are a very clear green color. Germs get their color by the type of germ or it is. The most common type of germs is bacteria. Bacteria is a type of germ. That is why there are more clearly green colored germs.
Because germs cause sickness and bacteria.
There are about 40,00 bits of bacteria on a coin and germs
According to a study in the Journal of Environmental Health, zapping sponges and plastic scrubbing pads in the microwave for 2 minutes. Make VERY sure they are wet!Before you zap your sponges in the microwave, researchers offer the following advice: * Microwave only sponges or plastic scrubbers that do not contain steel or other metals. * Make sure the sponge or scrubberis wet, not dry. * Two minutes should be enough to kill most disease-causing germs. * Be careful in removing the sponge from the microwave because it will be hot and should not be handled immediately after zapping.
Yes germs take up parts of the body, I other words "Bacteria" although germs are usually regarded to bad bacteria, bacteria that might cause diseases.
Yes there are. They are not called germs however, but bacteria. These bacteria help fight diseases, not cause them.