Why are raw and cooked foods kept separate in food safety?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: To prevent spread of contamination
Raw meat, poultry, eggs and unwashed produce may carry harmful microorganisms. If they touch cooked food, utensils or surfaces used for ready-to-eat foods, cross-contamination can occur, and the cooked food may not receive another killing step. Separate storage, chopping boards and utensils reduce this foodborne illness risk, so option A is correct.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
To prevent spread of contamination
Why is this the correct answer?
Raw meat, poultry, eggs and unwashed produce may carry harmful microorganisms. If they touch cooked food, utensils or surfaces used for ready-to-eat foods, cross-contamination can occur, and the cooked food may not receive another killing step. Separate storage, chopping boards and utensils reduce this foodborne illness risk, so option A is correct.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 Home Science question. Chapter: Concerns and Needs in Diverse Contexts. Topic: Principles of environmental, personal, and food hygiene.
