<prompt> Ionizing radiation commonly used for disinfection?UV raysInfraredX-raysGamma rays  <response>: Ans. isd i.e., Gamma rays There are 2 general types of radiation used for sterilization, ionizing radiation and non-ionizing radiation. Ionizing radiation is the use of sho wavelength, high-intensity radiation to destroy microorganisms. This radiation can come in the form of gamma or X-rays that react with DNA resulting in a damaged cell. 