Food Borne Microorganisms Flashcards
1
Q
What is a microorganism
A
Small living organisms invisible to the unaided human eye
2
Q
Types of Food Borne Microorganisms
A
+ Bacteria
+ Molds
+ Yeasts
+ Protozoa
+ Viruses
3
Q
*Viruses need what to multiple
A
A host
4
Q
Examples of Bacteria
A
E.coli
Salmonella
Bacillus
5
Q
Examples of Mold
A
Aspergillus
Fugarium
6
Q
Examples of Yeasts
A
Candida
Saccharomyces
7
Q
Examples of Protozoa
A
Cryptosporidium
Giardia
8
Q
Examples of Viruses
A
Hepatitis A
Norwalk
9
Q
Primary sources of food borne microorganisms
A
- Soil/Water
- Plants/Plant Products
- Food Utensils
- Intestinal Tract of Humans/Animals
- Food Handlers
- Animal Feeds & Hides
- Air/Dust
- Food Ingredients
- Equipment
- Miscellaneous Sources
10
Q
*Enteric (pathogens)
A
pathogens that directly affect/attack the intestines
