What Statement Can One Make About Microbial Growth Within Food

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Multiple Choice

What statement can one make about microbial growth within food in the refrigerator?

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

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