This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: General, Subject name: Microbiology
Temperature and timing in autoclaving - 
Select and explain. 
A. 121degC for 15 minutes, B. 160degC for 45 minutes, C. 190degC for 1.5 minutes, D. 134degC for 15 minutes
A: 121degC for 15 minutes
Answer: A: 121degC for 15 minutes 
Explanation: Ans. is 'a' i.e., 121degC for 15 minutes MethodTemperature (degC)Holding time (in minutes)Autoclave12112613415103Hot air oven16017018019045187-5T5