Greetings to all who are replying to my question.
The sterilization method has been one such reply.
 
I contacted Peter Edwards directly to clarifiy the strength of the  acid in 
his methodology and got a reply that it was 80% acetic  acid .
Ruary has also replied but rather than using full strength there is a  
dilution involved.
 
I indicated recently that my background was in chemistry and I must act  
responsibly now by warning about the use of any acids especially concentrated,  
when there is a dilution involved as here with water. The other method was to  
pour the 4 oz undiluted onto a pad of rags.
 
First , the facilities have to be correct, i.e in a fume hood type of  
ventilated area or outside in a quiet undisturbed location.
The apparel must be long sleeves, several layers or acid resistant, face  
shield preferably and a mask for the type of acid conditions .   Chemical gloves. 
   Nothing less!  and any other suggestions  by others also.
 
If dilutions are done with water Remember:    ACID INTO  WATER.
If you do the reverse, there is an exothermic reaction at the surface and  
splattering will take place causing a very dangerous situation.
 
Wikepedia online encylopedia has interesting info on acetic acid for those  
who are interested.
 
Last , it was pointed out that this sterilization method is in many books. 
Can someone post those sources of reference.
 
Thanks
Walter
 
 
 

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