FOOD TECHNOLOGY

INTRODUCTION TO FOOD TECHNOLOGY

FOOD SCIENCE VS FOOD TECHNOLOGY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
A microorganism commonly found in human nasal passages and on the skin that can cause food-borne illness if food becomes contaminated is
A
Clostridium perfringens
B
Staphylococcus aureus
C
Clostridium botulinum
D
Escherichia coli 0157:H7
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -People who carry the bacteria Staphylococcus aureus (Staph), which is commonly found on the skin, can contaminate food if they don’t wash their hands before touching it. Foods that are not cooked after handling, such as sliced meats, puddings, pastries, and sandwiches, are especially risky if contaminated with Staph.

Detailed explanation-2: -A type called Staphylococcus aureus causes most infections. Staph bacteria can cause many different types of infections, including: Skin infections, which are the most common types of staph infections. Bacteremia, an infection of the bloodstream.

Detailed explanation-3: -Staphylococcus aureus This bacteria is found on humans (particularly in the nose, throat, skin and ears) and is transferred to food through poor hygiene practices.

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