FOOD MICROBIOLOGY
FOODBORNE ILLNESS AND FOOD SAFETY
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Question
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one person gets ill after eating food.
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two or more people become ill after eating food.
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two or more people get the same illness from being together.
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a large group of people become ill after eating food.
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Detailed explanation-1: -Foodborne illness is caused by consuming contaminated foods or beverages. Many different disease-causing microbes or pathogens can contaminate foods, so there are many different types of foodborne illnesses. Most foodborne diseases are infections caused by a variety of bacteria, viruses, and parasites.
Detailed explanation-2: -Foodborne illnesses are caused by eating or drinking something that is contaminated with germs (such as bacteria, viruses, or parasites) or chemicals (such as toxins or metals) that can make people sick.
Detailed explanation-3: -Food poisoning can occur even when foods are properly cooked. Foodborne illnesses can be caused by any of: Contaminants. Improper food handling practices.
Detailed explanation-4: -Raw foods of animal origin are the most likely to be contaminated, specifically raw or undercooked meat and poultry, raw or lightly cooked eggs, unpasteurized (raw) milk, and raw shellfish. Fruits and vegetables also may get contaminated.