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Food Microbiology Chapter 4

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 5mins

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Class
Date
1.

Which of the following is a sensory change indicating spoilage in meat?

a)

Increased firmness

b)

Discoloration

c)

Bright red color

d)

Sweet smell

2.

Which spoilage bacteria is commonly associated with poultry?

a)

Pseudomonas

b)

Enterococci

c)

Clostridium

d)

Lactobacillus

3.

What is a method to preserve fish?

a)

Refrigeration

b)

Boiling

c)

Freezing at room temperature

d)

Drying in sunlight

4.

Which of the following is a common spoilage sign in dairy products?

a)

Hardening

b)

Discoloration

c)

Rancidity

d)

Foaming

5.

What is the primary cause of spoilage in vegetables?

a)

Low pH

b)

High fat content

c)

Microbial growth

d)

High protein content

6.

Which microorganism is known for causing spoilage in seafood?

a)

Clostridium

b)

Bacillus

c)

Pseudomonas

d)

Staphylococcus

7.

What is a common spoilage sign in fruits?

a)

Discoloration

b)

Sliminess

c)

Rancidity

d)

Soft rot

8.

Which of the following is a method to preserve meat?

a)

Vacuum packaging

b)

Adding sugar

c)

Storing at room temperature

d)

Exposing to air

9.

What is a common spoilage sign in eggs?

a)

Soft texture

b)

Bright color

c)

Muddy discoloration of yolk

d)

Sweet smell

10.

Which of the following is a method to prevent spoilage in dairy products?

a)

Adding salt

b)

Exposing to light

c)

Refrigeration

d)

Storing at high temperatures