Although Eggs Are Considered One of the Most Problematic Foods

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Essay

Although eggs are considered one of the most problematic foods when it comes to food safety, less than 1 in 10,000 eggs in the commercial supply is actually contaminated. Why are eggs then such a food safety risk? Explain how the problem occurs.

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