Which of the Following Organisms Would Be Most Likely to Contaminate

question 56

Multiple Choice

Which of the following organisms would be most likely to contaminate a jar of pickles?

• A) a neutrophile
• B) a thermophile
• C) an acidophile
• D) an obligate anaerobe
• E) a mesophile

---

Definitions:

Industrial Revolution

A period of major industrialization that took place during the late 1700s and early 1800s which brought about significant changes in agriculture, manufacturing, mining, transportation, and technology, profoundly affecting social, economic, and cultural conditions.

Manufactured Goods

Products that have been produced from raw materials through various processes in factories, ranging from electronics to clothing.

Handwork

Manual or skilled labor involving the use of the hands and tools rather than machinery, often associated with crafts, artisanal production, and traditional techniques.

Machine Driven Industry

Industries that rely heavily on machinery and technology for production processes, marking a shift from manual to mechanized labor.