Microbial Growth in Food

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What factors influence microbial growth in food?

  • pH and water activity
  • Temperature and humidity
  • Intrinsic and extrinsic factors (correct)
  • Nutrients and gas

What does 'µ' represent in the exponential growth equation for microorganisms?

  • Starting cells
  • Number of cells
  • Growth rate (correct)
  • Duplication time

How can microenvironments within food affect microbial growth?

  • Increase the temperature
  • Alter the water activity
  • Create pH gradients and nutrient variations (correct)
  • Change the gas composition

What is the primary focus of preserving food for safety?

<p>Modifying and controlling intrinsic and extrinsic factors (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes the intrinsic factors that influence microbial growth?

<p>They derive from the composition and structure of the food (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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