Because some pathogens can survive 120C temperatures, medical autoclaves typically
Chapter 17, Problem 80(choose chapter or problem)
Because some pathogens can survive 120C temperatures, medical autoclaves typically operate at 3 atm pressure, where water boils at 134C. Based on this information and that given in the preceding problem, you can conclude that a. Fig. 17.9s depiction of the liquidgas interface for water is correct in being concave upward. b. Fig. 17.9s liquidgas interface should actually be concave downward. c. autoclaves operate above the critical point. d. at its operating temperature, there cant be any liquid water in the autoclave.
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