Why is washing raw vegetables necessary in a food enterprise?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: To remove dirt, soil and harmful germs from the surface
Raw vegetables may carry soil, dust, pesticide residues and harmful microorganisms on their surface. Washing them under clean running water reduces many of these contaminants and helps make food safer. Washing is not done to remove flavour or increase the selling price. Exam tip: In food-hygiene questions, connect washing and cleanliness with controlling contamination and germs.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
To remove dirt, soil and harmful germs from the surface
Why is this the correct answer?
Raw vegetables may carry soil, dust, pesticide residues and harmful microorganisms on their surface. Washing them under clean running water reduces many of these contaminants and helps make food safer. Washing is not done to remove flavour or increase the selling price. Exam tip: In food-hygiene questions, connect washing and cleanliness with controlling contamination and germs.
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.
