In the auditory system, which of the following is the function of the muscles of the middle ear? Multiple Choice They collect sounds. They transmit neural impulses directly to the brain.

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21 When conducting the bioluminescence assay, a false positive result is detected if the sample (A) contains a lot of fat. (B) comprises of artificial dye. (C) has high initial microbial load. (D) is contaminated with chemicals. The function of cell wall in bacteria is to (A) store nutrients. (B) protect them against drying. (C) control the reproduction rate. (D) maintain the characteristic shape.

34 (A) (i) Explain ONE purpose of air monitoring. (ii) Describe TWO factors that will affect air quality.

(B) (i) Explain THREE precaution steps during decontamination of biohazard wastes in bag using an autoclave. (ii) Describe TWO materials that will remain undamaged after autoclaving.

What one of the following are the CORRECT operating conditions when autoclaving biohazard wastes? (A) \( 10 \mathrm{psi} 121^{\circ} \mathrm{C} \) for 15 minutes. (B) \( 10 \mathrm{psi}, 121^{\circ} \mathrm{C} \) for 30 minutes. (C) \( 15 \mathrm{psi}, 121^{\circ} \mathrm{C} \) for 15 minutes. (D) \( 15 \mathrm{psi}, 121^{\circ} \mathrm{C} \) for 30 minutes. After conducting microbiology experiment, a laboratory technician is required to dispose the remaining culture broths. Which one of the following is the CORRECT disposal method? (A) Incineration. (B) Discard as normal waste. (C) Collection by licensed waste collectors. (D) Autoclave before discarding into the drain.