FOOD MICROBIOLOGY
MICROORGANISMS IN FOOD
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Question
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Responsible for the decomposition of food is ____
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Pathogenic Bacteria
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Spoilage Bacteria
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Either A or B
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None of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Bacteria can cause food spoilage by breaking down the food, producing acids or other waste products during this process. Harvested crops decompose from the moment they are harvested due to attacks from microorganisms.
Detailed explanation-2: -Various factors cause food spoilage, making items unsuitable for consumption. Light, oxygen, heat, humidity, temperature and spoilage bacteria can all affect both safety and quality of perishable foods. When subject to these factors, foods will gradually deteriorate.
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