Which Statement Is Correct Regarding Microbial Growth on Food at Refrigeration

question 69

Multiple Choice

Which statement is correct regarding microbial growth on food at refrigeration temperatures?

• A)The absence of light in the refrigerator greatly reduces the growth of most microbial pathogens.
• B)Most food does not have enough oxygen content for microorganisms to thrive.
• C)There is no growth of microbes in food in the refrigerator; the cold temperature kills or inactivates microbial cells.
• D)The growth of microbes in food depends on their optimal growth temperature; some grow slowly and others faster.