FOOD MICROBIOLOGY
MICROORGANISMS IN FOOD
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[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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True
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False
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Either A or B
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -What is foodborne illness? Foodborne illness (food poisoning) is caused by consuming contaminated food, beverages, or water and can be a variety of bacteria, parasites, viruses and/or toxins. Many of these pathogens can be acquired through more than just food, beverages, or water.
Detailed explanation-2: -In the US, norovirus is the most common cause of illness from contaminated food or water-but food isn’t the only way people can get norovirus. It also spreads easily from person-to-person.
Detailed explanation-3: -Pregnant Women, Their Unborn Babies and Children. Older Adults and People with Cancer, Diabetes, HIV/AIDS, Organ Transplants, and Autoimmune Diseases. Foods to Avoid. Foodborne Illness: Know the Symptoms. More items •04-Sept-2020