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Sterilization |
Disinfection |
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1. It is the
method of complete removal of microorganisms. |
1. It only
reduces the number of microorganisms without killing them. |
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2. It
requires a strict protocol to remove microbes. |
2. It does
not require any strict protocol. |
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3. It kills
bacteria along with their spores. |
3. It does
not kill bacterial spores. |
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4. It is
required in surgical operations or sterile labs. |
4. It is
commonly used in daily life. |
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5. Usually
physical methods are used for the destruction of microorganisms (heat,
chemical sterilants, and gases). |
5. Usually
chemical methods are used. |
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6.
Sterilization is an absolute condition. |
6.
Disinfection is an adequate method. |
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7. Some
sterilants are dry heat, steam, radiation, and filtration. |
7.
Disinfectants are like phenol, chlorine, iodine, alcohol, and hydrogen
peroxide. |