Cleaning
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Cleaning
Cleaning (pronunciation: /ˈkliːnɪŋ/) is the process of removing unwanted substances, such as dirt, infectious agents, and other impurities, from an object or environment.
Etymology
The term "cleaning" comes from the Old English clǣne which means "clear, pure, unblemished; innocent".
Related Terms
- Disinfection: The process of killing or removing harmful organisms such as bacteria, viruses, and fungi.
- Sanitation: The state of being clean and conducive to health.
- Hygiene: Conditions and practices that help to maintain health and prevent the spread of diseases.
- Sterilization (microbiology): A process that eliminates, removes, kills, or deactivates all forms of life and other biological agents.
- Detergent: A material intended to assist cleaning. The term is sometimes used to differentiate between soap and other surfactants used for cleaning.
- Housekeeping: The management of duties and chores involved in the running of a household, such as cleaning, cooking, home maintenance, shopping, and bill payment.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Cleaning
- Wikipedia's article - Cleaning
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