Food Safety and Hazards
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What is the primary category of food hazards that includes pathogens?

  • Biological (correct)
  • Physical
  • Allergens
  • Chemical

    • What is a hazard in food?

  • Any substance in food that can cause illness or injury (correct)
  • A substance that increases food shelf life
  • A substance that makes food more nutritious
  • A substance that enhances flavor

    • What can cause a food-borne illness that is not a result of contamination?

  • Plant toxins (correct)
  • Food packaging
  • Food additives
  • Food processing

    • What is the definition of a pathogen?

    <p>A microorganism that can cause disease or illness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the four types of food hazards?

    <p>Biological, chemical, physical, allergens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the only way to protect food against pathogenic bacteria?

    <p>Use proper hygiene and sanitary food handling and storage techniques</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of infection causes the most food-borne illnesses?

    <p>Toxin-mediated infections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do bacteria multiply?

    <p>By splitting in half, doubling, or fission</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the three conditions necessary for bacterial growth?

    <p>Food, moisture, and moderate acid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is not a way to determine if food is contaminated with pathogens?

    <p>Using a microscope to examine the food</p> Signup and view all the answers

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