Quality Vs Safety Quiz

What is the definition of contamination in food?

• The state of food being unfit due to the introduction of some undesirable element

• The process of cooking food at high temperatures

• The method of preserving food for long-term storage

• The act of packaging food for distribution

Which of the following is an example of a safety issue in food?

• Metal filings or broken pieces of glass

• Color and texture of the food

• Flavor and labeling of the product

• Packaging design

What does food safety refer to?

• Keeping foods free from harmful contaminants and food-borne illness

• Enhancing the flavor and appearance of food

• Increasing the shelf life of food products

• Improving the nutritional value of food

Which of the following is considered a quality issue in food?

• Insects

• Toxic chemicals

• Bacteria

• Physical hazards

What is an example of a chemical contaminant in food?

• Rodent droppings

• Hair or fingernails

• Sand

• Toxic chemicals

What type of contaminants are pesticides considered to be?

• Biological

• Chemical

• Physical

• Microbial

Which of the following is a toxic chemical that can contaminate water?

• E. coli

• Salmonella

• Lead

• Yeast

What is a potential safety issue with nonstick coatings on cookware?

• They can cause allergic reactions.

• They can get into the product.

• They can change the taste of food.

• They can increase cooking time.

Which of the following is a microbial contaminant of concern in food processing?

• Mercury

• Herbicides

• Clostridium botulinum

• Nonstick coatings

True or False: You can help prevent bare-hand contact to food by having food handlers use utensils like tongs to pick up the food instead of their bare hands.

• True

• False