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Microwaves can sterilize but it may not be as effective as other methods due to uneven distribution of heat. It's important to ensure proper temperature and time settings are used to achieve sterilization. It's recommended to use other reliable sterilization methods for medical equipment and supplies.

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Do microwaves sterilize bottles?

No, microwaves do not effectively sterilize bottles. It is recommended to use a steam sterilizer, boiling water, or a sterilizing solution for baby bottles to ensure proper sterilization.


Do microwaves sterilise feeding bottles in the steamer given to use in them. If so how to sterilise the bottles?

The best way to sterilize bottles is to steam them for a few minutes in a large pot on the stove with a little water. They can also be sterilized in an industrial dishwasher with a "sterilize" function. Microwaves are non-ionizing radiation. They do not sterilize anything by themselves, except to the extent that they can boil water. It would be possible to sterilize bottles in a microwave, assuming that you had a microwave-safe container that you could boil water and bottles in. (Never put a sealed container in a microwave).


Another uses of microwave in daily life?

Microwaves can be used to sterilize and deodorize chopping boards and sponges. It can also warm plates, roast garlic, and get more juice from citrus fruits.


Does UV light sterilize utensils?

UV light radiation kills bacteria and can sterilize utensils (UV rays are used to sterilize goggles in the laboratory, for example.


How do you use the word sterilize in a sentence?

It is important to properly sterilize medical devices before use.


How do you use sterilize in a sentence?

The doctor asked the nurse to sterilize the equipment between each patient.


Can we use alcohol to sterilize?

No. Alcohol does not sterilize, it does kill some bacteria but it takes time to do so.


How long do I need to sterilize items in an Instant Pot?

To sterilize items in an Instant Pot, you typically need to set it to the "Sterilize" function and let it run for about 5-10 minutes.


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Could you sterilize water at home?

Boiling the water will sterilize it. However, it can't remove chemicals from the water.


What kind of clean hospital materials would you sterilize by baking why?

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How long to boil scissors to sterilize them?

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