C. Elegan humane killing

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C. Elegan humane killing

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I have read that Hydrogen Proxide is an easy way to dispose of C. Elegans. Is there another good way to do i as well such as autoclaving or other means?
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Re: C. Elegan humane killing

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A 20% solution of Clorox would probably do it, or some 70% rubbing alcohol [isopropanol].

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