What is the sterilization temperature in autoclave?

What is the sterilization temperature in autoclave? Correct Answer 121°C

The standard temperature for an autoclave is 121°C. The temperature of boiling water is 100°C. This is not sufficient to sterilize the autoclave because bacterial spores can survive in this temperature. The bacterial spores can regenerate under suitable conditions.
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