Chapter 20 - Food Safety & Storage

Substances that make food unfit for use.

Sickness caused by eating food that contains a harmful substance.

Living creature that are visible only through a microscope.

Single celled microorganisms

Poisons produced by bacteria.

Protected cells that develop into bacteria under the right conditions.

Keeping food safe to eat by following proper food handling and cooking practices.

The prevention of illness through cleanliness.

Keeping yourself clean to avoid transferring harmful bacteria when handling food.

Using soap and warm water, scrub your hands for 20 seconds.