Table of contents

1. Introduction to Microbiology3h 22m
2. Disproving Spontaneous Generation1h 18m
3. Chemical Principles of Microbiology3h 38m
4. Water1h 28m
5. Molecules of Microbiology2h 23m
6. Cell Membrane & Transport3h 28m
7. Prokaryotic Cell Structures & Functions5h 52m
8. Eukaryotic Cell Structures & Functions2h 18m
9. Microscopes2h 46m
10. Dynamics of Microbial Growth4h 36m
11. Controlling Microbial Growth4h 10m
12. Microbial Metabolism5h 16m
13. Photosynthesis2h 31m
14. DNA Replication2h 25m
15. Central Dogma & Gene Regulation7h 14m
16. Microbial Genetics4h 44m
17. Biotechnology3h 0m
18. Viruses, Viroids, & Prions4h 56m
19. Innate Immunity7h 15m
20. Adaptive Immunity7h 14m
21. Principles of Disease6h 57m

11. Controlling Microbial Growth

Liquid Chemicals: Halogens

Microbiology

11. Controlling Microbial Growth

Liquid Chemicals: Halogens

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Multiple Choice

Which is true of iodine?

It does not readily kill endospores.

It may be used as an antiseptic or as a disinfectant.

It is important to use it at the recommended dilution.

It is usually found as tinctures or iodophors.

All are true.

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Understand the role of iodine in microbiology: Iodine is a chemical element used for its antimicrobial properties, often in the form of tinctures or iodophors.

Recognize the limitations of iodine: While iodine is effective against a wide range of microorganisms, it does not readily kill endospores, which are highly resistant forms of bacteria.

Differentiate between antiseptics and disinfectants: Iodine can be used as both an antiseptic (applied to living tissue) and a disinfectant (applied to inanimate objects), depending on its formulation and concentration.

Acknowledge the importance of dilution: Using iodine at the recommended dilution is crucial for its effectiveness and safety, as improper concentrations can reduce its antimicrobial activity or cause irritation.

Identify common forms of iodine: Iodine is typically found in two forms for antimicrobial use—tinctures, which are solutions of iodine in alcohol, and iodophors, which are complexes of iodine with a solubilizing agent that release iodine slowly.