Food Harvesting and Transportation Quiz
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What can slow the growth of microorganisms during transportation of fruits and vegetables?

  • Soaking in water
  • Precooling and refrigeration (correct)
  • Agitation in water
  • Recirculated water
  • What is a potential consequence of washing fruits or vegetables with recirculated water?

  • Reduction of microorganisms
  • Prevention of decay
  • Addition of organisms (correct)
  • Enhanced freshness
  • How can washing with detergent or germicidal solutions impact microorganisms on foods?

  • No impact on microorganisms
  • Cause mechanical damage
  • Increase numbers of microorganisms
  • Reduce numbers of microorganisms (correct)
  • What can increase susceptibility to decay during transportation of fruits and vegetables?

    <p>Mechanical damage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential risk associated with soaking and washing by agitation of fruits and vegetables?

    <p>Distribution of spoilage organisms</p> Signup and view all the answers

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