How Are Microbes Involved with Our Food

question 59

Multiple Choice

How are microbes involved with our food?

• A)Some microbes can serve as food, providing us with nutrients.
• B)Microbes can ferment foods, providing rich flavors.
• C)Microbes can cause food spoilage.
• D)Microbes can contaminate our food and cause food poisoning.
• E)All of these choices are correct.

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Definitions:

Substitution Effect

The economic principle that as the price of one good increases, consumers will replace it with a similar, less expensive good, influencing demand patterns.

Income Effect

The effect of income variations in individuals or economies on the demand levels for goods and services.

Corporate Profit

The financial surplus gained by a corporation after deducting all costs, taxes, and expenses from revenue.

Physical Capital

The stock of tangible goods like machinery, buildings, and infrastructure that are used in production.