Question

5. How and why does food get contaminated?​

Answer 1

Explanation:

Many foodborne microbes are present in healthy animals raised for food. Meat and poultry may become contaminated during slaughter by small amounts of intestinal contents. Fresh fruits and vegetables can be contaminated if they are washed with water that is contaminated by animal manure or human sewage.

Answer 2

Many foodborne microbes are present in healthy animals raised for food. Meat and poultry may become contaminated during slaughter by small amounts of intestinal contents. Fresh fruits and vegetables can be contaminated if they are washed with water that is contaminated by animal manure or human sewage.