Arkansas State Barber Practice Exam

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What is the removal of pathogens from tools and surfaces known as?

Cleansing
Sterilization
Decontamination
Purification

The correct answer is: Decontamination

Decontamination is the removal of pathogens from tools and surfaces. Cleansing, purification, and sterilization do not necessarily mean that pathogens are being removed, but these processes may only focus on minimizing the presence of dirt or germs without eliminating all pathogens.