Question

Bacterial infection of food can be prevented by

• A. Covering the food
• B. Keeping the food stored
• C. Heating the food upto ${70}^{\circ }$C
• D. Both A and C

Answer 1

The correct option is D Both A and C

Food poisoning is the infection caused by the spoiled food containing bacteria or bacterial toxins. It is characterized by the mild intestinal discomfort to severe dehydration and bloody diarrhea. Depending on the type of infection, people can even die as a result of food poisoning. The other different diseases can also cause food poisoning. Covering the food and heating the food up to 70${}^0$C can prevent bacterial infection of food. Boiling food at 70${}^0$C can kill the bacteria in it. Thus, the correct answer is option D.