Which of the Following Statements About Food Irradiation Is True

question 55

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about food irradiation is true?

• A)Irradiated food is radioactive.
• B)Irradiation can be used to destroy pathogens in foods.
• C)All foods in the U.S.can be legally irradiated.
• D)Labels that identify a food as irradiated are not required.

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