Which microbe is primarily responsible for the spoilage of food? (2019)

Practice Questions

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Which microbe is primarily responsible for the spoilage of food? (2019)
  1. Bacteria
  2. Fungi
  3. Viruses
  4. Both bacteria and fungi

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

Which microbe is primarily responsible for the spoilage of food? (2019)
  • Step 1: Understand that food spoilage is when food becomes unsafe or unappetizing to eat.
  • Step 2: Identify that microbes, which are tiny living organisms, can cause food spoilage.
  • Step 3: Recognize that there are two main types of microbes involved: bacteria and fungi.
  • Step 4: Learn that bacteria can multiply quickly in food, producing substances that make it spoil.
  • Step 5: Understand that fungi, such as molds and yeasts, can also grow on food and lead to spoilage.
  • Step 6: Conclude that both bacteria and fungi are primarily responsible for food spoilage.
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