Clean water reduces which risk during food preparation?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: The risk of contamination and infection
Water used for washing ingredients, cooking, making beverages, cleaning utensils, or washing hands must be safe. Contaminated water can introduce bacteria, viruses, parasites, or chemicals into food and may cause diarrhoeal disease and other infections. Using potable water, protecting it from recontamination, and maintaining clean utensils reduce these hazards. Clean water does not directly reduce protein, calories, or the natural colour of food.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
The risk of contamination and infection
Why is this the correct answer?
Water used for washing ingredients, cooking, making beverages, cleaning utensils, or washing hands must be safe. Contaminated water can introduce bacteria, viruses, parasites, or chemicals into food and may cause diarrhoeal disease and other infections. Using potable water, protecting it from recontamination, and maintaining clean utensils reduce these hazards. Clean water does not directly reduce protein, calories, or the natural colour of food.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 Home Science question. Chapter: Concerns and Needs in Diverse Contexts. Topic: Water safety and purification methods.
