The removal of microbes on living tissues is referred to as c) antisepsis. Antisepsis is a critical process in medical and healthcare settings, as it involves applying substances (antiseptics) that inhibit or kill microorganisms on skin or other living tissues.
In contrast, sanitation refers to maintaining cleanliness to promote health, degerming is the process of removing dirt and microbes from surfaces, and disinfection targets the destruction of microbes on inanimate objects. Understanding these distinctions is essential for proper infection control and hygiene practices.