Ch. 5 - Bacteria and their Effect on Humans Flashcards
Which of the following bacteria cause spoilage of food?
Undesirable bacteria
Which of the following would provide favorable growth conditions for bacteria?
Cooked pork stored at 80 °F
At what temperature is rapid growth of pathogenic bacteria possible?
65 degrees
In which of the following foods bacteria may grow rapidly?
Low acid and neutral foods
What type of bacteria grows best at temperatures between 50°-110°F?
Mesophilic bacteria
It may be necessary to remove foods from refrigeration during preparation and seasoning of foods. This process:
Must be done as rapidly as possible
Which of the following is true regarding water activity level?
Water activity is a measure of the available water in the food for biological activity
Which of the following statements regarding bacteria is true?
Pathogenic bacteria cause disease in man
Which of the following foods would likely be the most shelf stable?
Instant coffee
Which of the following food is the least shelf stable?
Fresh meats
Under favorable conditions bacteria can double their population:
Every 20 to 30 minutes.
