3.3 Food Science Foodborne Illnesses

What is not a common food borne illness?

• Salmonella
• Listeria
• E. Coli
• Broken bone

What is a symptom of salmonella?

• Diarrhea
• Headache
• Chapped lips
• Fever

What are pathogens?

• Disease-causing organisms, such as bacteria, viruses, parasites, or fungi
• Mean guys or girls
• a path of gentlemen
• a bad cough

What food borne illness is most commonly associated with chicken, eggs, and other forms of poultry?

• E. Coli
• Staphylococcus
• Salmonella
• Listeria

Salmonella is found in the following EXCEPT:

• chicken

• raw eggs

• cookie dough

• lettuce

Foodborne Illness commonly caused by ready-to-eat foods:

• Salmonella

• Listeria

• Norovirus

• Botulism

Food being left out too long at room temperature can cause food poisoning when consumed.

• True

• False

Foodborne Illnesses are caused by viruses only

• True

• False

Do the following to prevent foodborne illnesses EXCEPT:

• Wash hands and surfaces often

• Cook to proper temperatures

• Refrigerate properly

• Use the same cutting board for each task

What type of contaminant is this?

• Physical
• Chemical
• Biological