NUTRITION
FOOD SAFETY
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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warmer (in the danger zone)
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cooler (below the danger zone)
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hotter (way above the danger zone)
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -The temperature danger zone for food is recognized to be within 40°F to 140°F (5°C to 60°C). Within the temperature danger zone for food, pathogens can multiply at a fast rate and can spoil foods within the first 2 hours.
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.
Detailed explanation-3: -The longer food is in the temperature danger zone, the more time pathogens have to grow. The goal is to reduce the amount of time TCS food spends in the temperature danger zone. If food is held in this range for four or more hours, you must throw it out.