Why are enteric bacteria such as Escherichia coli common meat contaminants?
What will be an ideal response?
Answer: E. coli and other enterics naturally inhabit other animals' organs such as the intestines, where they generally do not cause harm. Improper handling when such infected organs are removed can result in accidental contamination of meat. Infected ground meats are especially of concern, because the meat must then be fully cooked to kill the pathogens.
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Reciprocal innveration means that the ____
a. antagonist muscle groups contract at the same time b. antagonist muscle groups relax at the same time c. antagonist muscle groups alternate contraction and relaxation d. synergistic muscle groups contract at the same time e. synergistic muscle groups relax at the same time
A(n) ____ bond is formed between the reactants below.
A. ionic
B. hydrogen
C. peptide
D. polar
what mineral deficiency can lead to stunted growth in children and low bone density in adults
What will be an ideal response?
Coenzymes:
A) break down sugars. B) help enzymes to function. C) serve as catalysts. D) make proteins.