Which of the following statements about heat is true
A)Thermal death point is the time required to kill all bacteria in a culture.
B)Moist heat penetrates substances more slowly than dry heat.
C)Dry heat leads to the oxidation of molecules.
D)Moist heat disrupts covalent bonds.

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Dry heat leads to the oxidation of molecules, which can result in denaturation or destruction of proteins and other cell components. Choice A is incorrect as thermal death point refers to the temperature required to kill all bacteria in a culture rather than the time. Choice B is incorrect as moist heat penetrates substances more easily and rapidly than dry heat. Choice D is incorrect as moist heat does not disrupt covalent bonds.

Which of the Following Statements About Heat Is True