The Best Way to Reduce the Possibility of Incidental Contaminants

question 19

Multiple Choice

The best way to reduce the possibility of incidental contaminants getting into foods while microwaving is to:

• A) use bleached white cardboard containers for microwaving.
• B) transfer leftover foods into margarine tubs to re-heat.
• C) select plastic cups with recycle codes 3 or 7 for microwave heating.
• D) use glass or ceramic containers for heating foods in the microwave.

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Definitions:

Nuclear Envelope

The double-layered membrane that encloses the nucleus of a cell, separating it from the cytoplasm and regulating the passage of materials between the nucleus and cytoplasm.

Double-layered Membrane

A structure consisting of two layers of membrane that can envelop or line cellular organelles or body cavities.

Microvilli

Finger-like protrusions from the surface of some cells, increasing their surface area for absorption.

Cilia

Microscopic, hair-like structures on the surface of cells, moving fluid or mucus across the cell surface.