Chapter 19
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What is the minimum amount of time for hand washing before preparing food?

  • 30 seconds
  • It is not specified
  • 20 seconds (correct)
  • 10 seconds
  • What is the 'danger zone' for bacteria growth?

  • Between 50°F and 120°F
  • Between 60°F and 100°F
  • Between 40°F and 140°F (correct)
  • Between 40°F and 150°F
  • What is the purpose of pasteurization?

  • To extend the shelf life of food
  • To kill harmful bacteria and extend shelf life (correct)
  • To increase the nutritional value of food
  • To add flavor to food
  • What is bioaccumulation?

    <p>The accumulation of toxins in the food chain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of food contamination in the U.S.?

    <p>Improper food handling practices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the internal temperature that hamburger should be cooked to?

    <p>160°F</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are BHT and BHA used for?

    <p>As preservatives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Delaney Clause?

    <p>A law that regulates food additives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following foods is most likely to carry Salmonella?

    <p>Eggs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of the FDA?

    <p>To protect and promote public health</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of pasteurization?

    <p>To kill harmful bacteria in food</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the list that contains substances considered safe for use in food?

    <p>GRAS list</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common cause of traveler's diarrhea?

    <p>Bacterial infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of adding nitrites to food?

    <p>To decrease botulism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of fish should be avoided to decrease the risk of mercury poisoning?

    <p>Shark</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of cooking certain foods at high temperatures?

    <p>Formation of acrylamides</p> Signup and view all the answers

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