Joseph Lister revolutionized surgery by introducing phenol as a disinfectant. His use of antiseptics greatly reduced post-operative infections and improved patient outcomes. While Lister did study bacteria and their transmission, he did not pioneer the use of gamma rays for sterilization or design and build the first autoclave.

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Joseph Lister

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Joseph Lister

A) pioneered the use of gamma rays for sterilizing food.
B) demonstrated that microorganisms are carried on dust particles in the air.
C) revolutionized surgery by introducing phenol as a disinfectant.
D) designed and built the first autoclave.

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