Ohio State Board Nail Technician Practice Exam

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What is the process of eliminating most microorganisms on non-porous surfaces called?

Sterilization
Cleansing
Disinfection
Sanitization

The correct answer is: Disinfection

Disinfection is the process of eliminating most microorganisms on non-porous surfaces. This makes it the most effective option compared to the other choices. Sterilization, although it does involve eliminating microorganisms, goes a step further and completely kills all forms of life, including beneficial ones. Therefore, sterilization is not a suitable answer as it is an extreme version of removing microorganisms. Cleansing is the act of removing dirt or impurities, but it does not necessarily eliminate microorganisms. Therefore, it is not the most accurate answer. Sanitization is similar to disinfection, but it typically refers to reducing the number of microorganisms to a safe level. It is not as thorough as disinfection, making it a less specific answer.