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Does paper, for example, old books, or any type of paper that is commonly used, could it trap any acteria/microorganism/virus etc over time?? How to "clean" paper?
Flu viruses capable of being transferred to hands and causing an infection can survive on hard surfaces for 24 hours. Infectious flu viruses can survive on tissues for only 15 minutes. Like cold viruses, infectious flu viruses survive for much shorter periods on the hands.
Certainly. Anything that collects dust is collecting potentially viable microorganisms.kenny1999 said:Does paper, for example, old books, or any type of paper that is commonly used, could it trap any acteria/microorganism/virus etc over time??
Keep it dry, for starters. But what you need depends on more specifics of what you are trying to sterilize, and what harm you are trying to protect against. You could use UV light or even an autoclave, for example.How to "clean" paper?
Yes, paper can trap bacteria over time. Bacteria can survive for extended periods of time on paper, especially in warm and moist environments. This is why it is important to properly dispose of used tissues and other paper products that may come into contact with bacteria.
Yes, paper can also trap other microorganisms such as fungi and viruses. These microorganisms can survive on paper for varying lengths of time, depending on the type of microorganism and the conditions of the environment.
The survival time of bacteria and other microorganisms on paper can vary greatly. Some bacteria can survive for a few hours, while others can survive for days or even weeks. This also depends on the type of paper and the conditions of the environment.
Yes, paper can transfer bacteria or other microorganisms to other surfaces. This is especially true if the paper has come into contact with bodily fluids or has been handled by someone who is sick. It is important to properly dispose of used paper products and to wash your hands after handling them.
The best way to prevent bacteria or other microorganisms from being trapped on paper is to properly dispose of used paper products and to regularly wash your hands. Additionally, storing paper products in a cool and dry environment can help prevent the growth and survival of microorganisms.