If drying space in a home-based papad enterprise is unhygienic, what is the biggest risk?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Papads becoming contaminated by dust, insects and microorganisms, creating a food-safety risk
An unhygienic drying area can expose papads to dust, flies, insects and harmful microorganisms. This may contaminate the product and create a food-safety risk for consumers. Uneven moisture or longer drying can affect quality and output, but contamination is the most serious consequence of poor hygiene. Exam tip: For food-enterprise hygiene questions, use the key terms ‘contamination’ and ‘food safety’.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Papads becoming contaminated by dust, insects and microorganisms, creating a food-safety risk
Why is this the correct answer?
An unhygienic drying area can expose papads to dust, flies, insects and harmful microorganisms. This may contaminate the product and create a food-safety risk for consumers. Uneven moisture or longer drying can affect quality and output, but contamination is the most serious consequence of poor hygiene. Exam tip: For food-enterprise hygiene questions, use the key terms ‘contamination’ and ‘food safety’.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 Home Science question. Chapter: Work, Livelihood and Career. Topic: Traditional occupations in India - Indian cuisine.
