nutrition test 4

It's noontime and Maya plans to cook a turkey breast for that night's dinner. She wants to thaw it thoroughly before she cooks it. Which of the following would be an appropriate method of thawing the poultry?

Use a microwave.

Which of the following statements is FALSE about the role of fungi in causing adverse food reactions?

Which of the following statements is FALSE about the role of fungi in causing adverse food reactions?

Which of the following is FALSE concerning the safe storage of leftovers at home?

You can safely eat leftovers during your 12:30-1:00 PM lunch break if you packed them in an airtight glass container before you left your apartment at 8:00 AM.

A potential benefit of genetic modification is

faster-growing crops

Enterotoxins damage the __________ system.

gastrointestinal

The addition of iodine to table salt has decreased the incidence of

goiter.

Mycotoxins are most commonly found in

grains

The risks and benefits of the use of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) is a topic of much debate. Which of the following is a benefit of GMOs?

higher crop yields

Which human organ system is MOST affected by toxic levels of mercury?

nervous

The two primary types of toxins associated with foodborne illness affect the

nervous system and gastrointestinal system.

Which microorganism is the leading cause of foodborne infection in the United States?

norovirus

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), what ratio of Americans experience foodborne illness annually?

one in six

A severe consequence of ingestion of the Clostridium botulinum toxin is

paralysis.

Microorganisms that benefit from and harm their hosts are called

parasites.

BPA and phthalates are two types of

plasticizers present in some food packaging.

Which of the following is NOT a type of fungi?

prions

A potential concern about genetic modification is __________.

production of antibiotic-resistant bacteria

Pesticides are a family of chemicals

used in the field and in storage areas to decrease destruction caused by weeds, insects, and microorganisms.

Which of the following is used as an antioxidant in many foods?

vitamin C

Which of the following is a FALSE statement regarding the proper refrigeration and freezing of food?

Discard fresh eggs in shell if not consumed within 3 to 5 days.

This U.S. agency plays a role in food safety by monitoring the use of pesticides in the food chain

Environmental Protection Agency

Food additives are the potentially carcinogenic chemicals that remain in foods despite cleaning and processing.

False

In the United States, the agencies most responsible for preventing foodborne illness are the USDA and the CDC.

False

Organically grown foods are just as likely to be contaminated with pesticide residues as conventionally grown foods.

False

The FDA requires that foods labeled "All natural" be produced without partially hydrogenated oils, added sugars, or GMOs.

False

The overuse of pesticides has led to the development of so-called "superbugs."

False

There has never been a death from variant Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease in the United States.

False

Which of the following does NOT explain why norovirus is highly contagious?

Norovirus releases a toxin that cannot be destroyed by heating contaminated foods.

Which of the following BEST describes the Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) list?

catalogue of food additives generally regarded as safe; established in 1958 by the U.S. Congress

Bacteria and viruses cause the majority of food infections.

True

Infection with STEC O157 typically results in hospitalization.

True

It is unsafe to thaw frozen fish on the kitchen counter.

True

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulates the use of all pesticides in the United States.

True

The USDA organic seal on a product indicates that the food contains at least 95% organic ingredients.

True

The most abundant genetically modified food crops in the U.S. are herbicide-tolerant corn and soybeans.

True

Which of the following falls within the "danger zone" of foodborne illnesses?

a frozen turkey thawing at room temperature

Which of the following is an example of a parasite?

a tapeworm

Monosodium glutamate (MSG) in soup, iodine in table salt, and beet extract in strawberry ice cream are all examples of

additives.

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a foodborne illness?

an illness caused by an allergic reaction to a food

Growth hormones and antibiotics are used in __________.

animals raised for food

All additives are synthetic.

false

A process for eliminating pathogenic microbes that also causes loss of vitamins A, E and K is __________.

irradiation

Which of the following is NOT a reason that foodborne illness has become a major U.S. public health threat in recent years?

lack of food safety legislation

If a food contains 80% organic ingredients, it may be labeled __________.

made with organic ingredients

To wash your hands properly

scrub for at least 20 seconds

A form of genetic modification practiced for centuries is known as

selective breeding.

When preparing foods at home, you should always try to do the following: wash your hands and kitchen surfaces often, chill or freeze foods in storage, and ______.

separate raw foods

Which of the following is NOT an effective strategy for reducing exposure to growth hormones and antibiotics?

switching from ground beef to ground pork

Poly- and perfluoroalkyl substances (PFASs) are MOST likely to be found in

the paper wrappers of a fast-food burger and fries.

Most of our exposure to dioxin occurs through consumption of animal fats.

true