Microwave zaps germs on sponges, study finds


	Microwave zaps germs on sponges, study finds

Aster Beast

1-22-2007 7:33 PM

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science, bacteria, germs, household tips

Aster Beast says:

I swear my brother did this exact experiment in 6th grade with the same results.

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1-23-2007 12:56 AM

samwooly

Okay!
Now that the germs are dead, You can now wipe the remains on dishes and countertops.

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