Where should habitats and their contents be cleaned, if possible?

• A. Indoors
• B. In the kitchen
• C. Outdoors
• D. In the bathroom

Answer: (C)

Cleaning habitats and their contents outdoors is preferred because it minimizes the spread of contaminants into living spaces. Outdoors provides better ventilation, dilutes dust and aerosols released during cleaning, and makes it easier to dispose of waste without cross-contaminating indoor surfaces or foods. Indoors, especially in the kitchen or bathroom, cleaning can aerosolize dirt, mold, feces, or other residues and spread them around, increasing exposure risk. When possible, take the cleaning outside to protect indoor air quality and reduce contamination.