Chapter 2 - Bacteria Flashcards
1
Q
What 4 conditions do bacteria need to survive and multiply?
A
Food
Moisture
Suitable Temperature
Time
2
Q
What foods do bacteria prefer to grow on ?
A
Foods which are high in Protein, vitamins and minerals E.g Chicken Fish Milk
3
Q
Name 3 reconstituted foods?
A
Custard powder
Packet soup
Pot noodle
4
Q
At what temperature is bacteria DESTROYED?
A
Between 64 - 100 degrees
5
Q
What temperature is the DANGER ZONE?
A
Bacteria multiply rapidly between 5-63 degrees
6
Q
What temperature does bacteria MULTIPLY SLOWLY?
A
Between 1-4 degrees
In the fridge
7
Q
What temperature are bacteria DORMANT ?
A
-18 degrees
In the freezer
8
Q
How long does it take bacteria to split into two ?
A
Every 20 minutes in ideal conditions
