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What is the role of yeast in food industry?
What is the role of yeast in food industry?
- To kill pathogens in food
- To form gas during fermentation (correct)
- To add flavor to food
- To increase the shelf life of food
Why is proper refrigeration of ready-to-eat food important?
Why is proper refrigeration of ready-to-eat food important?
- To make food more nutritious
- To slow down the growth of microorganisms (correct)
- To increase the shelf life of food
- To prevent food from getting spoiled
What is the aim of quality control measures during food production?
What is the aim of quality control measures during food production?
- To reduce food waste
- To ensure hygiene and standards in food (correct)
- To increase food production
- To make food more affordable
Why is it important to educate food handlers on proper hygiene practices?
Why is it important to educate food handlers on proper hygiene practices?
What is the purpose of proper washing and cooking in food handling?
What is the purpose of proper washing and cooking in food handling?
Why is it important to use hygienic packaging methods during transportation?
Why is it important to use hygienic packaging methods during transportation?
What is the role of bacteria in food industry?
What is the role of bacteria in food industry?
What is the purpose of relocation and sterilization in food handling?
What is the purpose of relocation and sterilization in food handling?
What is the goal of safe food handling practices?
What is the goal of safe food handling practices?
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Study Notes
Microorganisms and Food Safety
- Fermentation is a process by which yeast converts sugars into alcohol and carbon dioxide
- Yeast is a type of fungus used in the food industry
- Molds are a type of fungi that can be used as food additives
- Fungi can be used to ferment food, producing lactic acid and preserving food
Food Safety Practices
- Improper food handling and storage can lead to the growth of microorganisms, causing foodborne illness
- Proper food handling practices, including washing, cooking, and refrigeration, can prevent the growth of microorganisms
- Quality control measures during production, including ensuring hygiene and standards, are crucial in preventing contamination
- Educating food handlers on proper hygiene practices is essential in preventing foodborne illness
- Proper refrigeration of ready-to-eat foods can slow down the growth of microorganisms
- Ensuring hygienic packaging methods during transportation can prevent contamination
Food Safety Measures
- Relocation and sterilization of food and canned goods can prevent contamination
- Encouraging proper washing and cooking practices can prevent foodborne illness
- Implementing safety measures during food production, including ensuring hygiene and standards, can prevent contamination
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