FOOD MICROBIOLOGY
MICROORGANISMS IN FOOD
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Question
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Marlene put a large stock pot on the shelf below the dishwasher detergent. What risk of contamination is presented by this situation? (4.4)
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There is no risk of contamination.
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There is a risk of physical contamination to the dishwasher detergent.
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There is a risk of chemical contamination to food later cooked in the stock pot.
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There is a risk of biological contamination through poor personal hygiene of the person washing dishes.
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Examples of chemical contaminants include the following: mycotoxins. heavy metals-lead and mercury. organic pollutants-dioxins.
Detailed explanation-2: -Here are the three types of contaminants: Biological: Examples include bacteria, viruses, parasites, fungi, and toxins from plants, mushrooms, and seafood. Physical: Examples include foreign objects such as dirt, broken glass, metal staples, and bones. Chemical: Examples include cleaners, sanitizers, and polishes.
Detailed explanation-3: -Microbiological hazards. Microbiological hazards include bacteria, yeasts, moulds and viruses. Chemical hazards. Physical hazards. Allergens.
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