Chapter 1 - Key Terms Flashcards
1
Q
What is food poisoning?
A
An illness that can occur after eating contaminated food
2
Q
What is contamination ?
A
Occurs when something that gets into food that shouldn’t be there.
E.g bacteria
3
Q
What is bacteria ?
A
A microscopic organism which might cause disease
4
Q
What is food hygiene ?
A
Ensuring that food is safe to eat and has been protected from contamination
5
Q
What is a microorganism?
A
Microorganisms are tiny living things, so small you need a microscope to see them
6
Q
What does reconstituted mean ?
A
Water is added
7
Q
What does does dormant mean ?
A
Inactive
The bacteria are alive but not actively growing or multiplying
