Food Contamination and Spoilage

2. Another name for microrganisms.
6. The ability to survive without air.
7. I produce substances that can cause fermentation of sugar and starch which is used to produce alcohol.
9. The process by which yeasts reproduce.
10. An example of yeast which is found on bread.
14. Type of Contamination Caused by toxic substances which are introduced naturally or during food processing.
16. My growth depends on the specific type of food, pH, oxygen, temperature and moisture
17. Also known as 'dry goods'
18. Type of contamination caused by hard or soft objects.
19. Blanching and Scalding is used to slow down _______.

1. the process where a food product becomes unsuitable to ingest by the consumer.
3. The presence of substances or conditions in food that can be harmful to humans.
4. Vegetables, fruit, soft cheeses, milk and meat are examples of _________ foods.
5. The transfer of any contaminant, whether chemical, biological or physical, during processing, preparing or serving food
8. Bacteria, Mould, Fungi
9. Type of contamination caused by bacteria, viruses parasites and fungi.
11. The time taken for bacteria to grow.
12. I contribute to food contamination.
13. I am used to prevent bacteria from causing food borne diseases.
15. The washing of hands is a practice of good ______.