<prompt> Sterilization is defined asDisinfecon of skinComplete destrucon of all microorganismsDestrucon of pathogenic organismsDecrease bacterial count from objects  <response>: Sterilizaono The process by which an arcle surface or medium is freed of all living microorganisms either in the vegetave or spore state Complete absence of microorganism. Disinfecon o Destrucon or removal of all pathogenic organisms capable of giving rise to infecon reducon in the microorganisms to such a level which is deemed no longer harmful to health. o Unlike sterilizaon, disinfecon is not sporicidal does not kill spores. Decontaminaono The process of rendering ofan arcle or area free of dangerfrom contaminants, including microbialt chemical, radioacve and other hazards.Ansepsis o It is defined as Prevenon of infecon, usually by inhibing the growth of bacteria in wound or ssues. Ansepcs oChemical disinfectants which can be safely applied to skin or mucous membrane are called ansepcs or skin disinfaetant.o Best and most commonly used ansepc is povidone iodine betadine.Commonly used skin disinfectants for hand washing are povidone iodine betadine, chlorhexidine and isopropyl alcohol. Disinfectants o Anmicrobials applied only to inanimate object.They are not used for surface disinfecon skin or mucous membrane. Germicides o These include both ansepcs and disinfectant. 