Food Storage and Distribution Conditions Quiz
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What environmental factors can trigger reactions leading to food degradation during storage and distribution?

  • Sunshine, pollution, dust, and insects
  • Mold, yeast, bacteria, and viruses
  • Wind, noise, vibration, and rain
  • Pressure, temperature, humidity, oxygen, and light (correct)
  • What natural components provide protection against spoilage in foods?

  • Glass jars, wooden crates, and ceramic dishes
  • Peels, skins, and shells (correct)
  • Wax coatings, plastic wraps, and aluminum foil
  • Paper bags, cardboard boxes, and metal cans
  • What is the primary cause of shriveling in harvested fruits and vegetables?

  • Freezing temperatures
  • Chemical reactions
  • Loss of water (correct)
  • Excess sunlight exposure
  • What is the term for bacteria that grow particularly well at low temperatures?

    <p>Psychrophilic (cryophilic)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what temperature range do mesophilic bacteria have their optimum growth?

    <ul> <li>B: 20°C–45°C</li> </ul> Signup and view all the answers

    How do fruits and vegetables change in terms of defense mechanisms against microbial attack after separation from the plant?

    <p>They become more susceptible to microbial proliferation</p> Signup and view all the answers

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