NUTRITION
FOOD SAFETY
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Question
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What do we mean by the “temperature danger zone”?
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It is the temperature that you can burn food.
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It is the temperature that can cause food to spoil if left out too long.
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It is the temperature you can burn yourself.
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It is the temperature that can cause freezer burn.
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Bacteria grow most rapidly in the range of temperatures between 40 ° and 140 °F, doubling in number in as little as 20 minutes. This range of temperatures is often called the “Danger Zone.” That’s why the Meat and Poultry Hotline advises consumers to never leave food out of refrigeration over 2 hours.
Detailed explanation-2: -The danger zone is the temperature range that it is dangerous for food to be left at. This range is between 8°C and 60°C. Bacteria can grow rapidly between 8°C and 60°C and bacteria can double in amount every 20 minutes.
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