More specifically, does almost boiling water have the same effect? Or is there something particularly special about boiling water that kills germs/bacteria? – if so what is it, and why is it special?
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Very simply, boiling water kills almost anything. Most organisms simply can’t survive in hostile environments. Boiling water is a hostile environment.
Don’t believe me? Dip your hand in 100c (212f) water for a couple of minutes and you’ll be able to peel your skin off.
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