In case, when the microbes are killed, and the toxins are also eliminated, it is clearly evident that a technique of disinfection has been employed in order to decontaminate the region or the area. The methods of disinfection generally comprise two methods, that is, physical and chemical. In the physical method, the application of physical agents is done, while in the chemical methods, use of chemical agents like chlorine is done. The process of disinfection does not completely kill the microbes, however, it helps in preventing the growth of microbes and toxins.
Removing the biological (etiological) contamination hazards by destroying microorganisms and their toxins is called the process of disinfection. It involves killing or preventing the growth bacteria. However, it does not eliminate all bacteria, there are some microorganisms that contains spores which are very resistant to disinfectants.<span />
