FOOD TECHNOLOGY

FOOD MICROBIOLOGY

MICROORGANISMS IN FOOD

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Food spoilage affects the
A
smell
B
taste
C
texture
D
all of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The three major types of microorganisms which cause food spoilage are bacteria, yeasts and moulds.

Detailed explanation-2: -Other signs of food spoilage include rising air bubbles (gas), leaking, foam, foul odor, unnatural colors, sliminess, dried food on top of jars, and cotton mold growth (white, blue, black, green) at the top or under the lid (Blakeslee, 2021).

Detailed explanation-3: -Spoilage bacteria are microorganisms too small to be seen without a microscope that cause food to deteriorate and develop unpleasant odors, tastes, and textures. These one-celled microorganisms can cause fruits and vegetables to get mushy or slimy, or meat to develop a bad odor.

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