SPOILAGE- MICROBIAL

Which bacterium produces a toxin that causes staphylococcal food poisoning?

• Escherichia coli
• Salmonella enterica
• Clostridium botulinum
• Staphylococcus aureus

What is the name of the toxin produced by Clostridium botulinum?

• clostridium toxin
• botulism toxin
• bacterial toxin
• botulinum toxin

Which toxin causes cholera, a severe diarrheal illness?

• Staphylococcus aureus
• Vibrio cholerae
• Salmonella typhi
• Escherichia coli

What is the severe illness caused by botulinum toxin?

• Toxoplasmosis
• Botulism
• Salmonella
• E. coli infection

Which bacterium produces Shiga toxin?

• Salmonella enterica
• Escherichia coli
• Streptococcus pyogenes
• Bacillus anthracis

What is the characteristic symptom of diphtheria?

• Formation of a green membrane in the throat
• Formation of a thick gray membrane in the throat and tonsils
• Presence of red spots on the skin
• Development of blue patches on the tongue

How can staphylococcal enterotoxins affect food?

• Staphylococcal enterotoxins can improve food texture
• Staphylococcal enterotoxins can cause food poisoning by contaminating food.
• Staphylococcal enterotoxins can increase food shelf life
• Staphylococcal enterotoxins can enhance food flavor

Which toxin is one of the most potent toxins known?

• Botulinum toxin
• Cyanide toxin
• Sarin toxin
• Ricin toxin

What is the name of the severe illness caused by Shiga toxin?

• Intestinal Infection Disorder
• Renal Failure Syndrome
• Toxic Shock Syndrome
• Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome

How can proper food handling and hygiene practices help prevent bacterial infections?

• Hygiene practices have no impact on bacterial infections
• Proper food handling and hygiene practices reduce the risk of contamination from harmful bacteria.
• Improper food handling increases the nutritional value of food
• Bacteria thrive in clean environments