Bacterial Growth Quiz
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What is the recommended cooking temperature?
A. below -18c
B. between 1 & 4c
C. 5 to 63c
D. above 75c
What is the danger zone range for temperatures?
A. below -18c
B. between 1 & 4c
C. 5 to 63c
D. above 75c
What is the recommended reheating temperature?
A. below -18c
B. between 1 & 4c
C. above 82c
D. 100c
Which of the following is a condition necessary for bacterial growth?
A. High acidity
B. Lack of moisture
C. High protein food
D. Low temperature
Which pH level is best for most types of bacteria?
A. Acidic
B. Neutral
C. Basic
D. Highly acidic
What is the recommended freezer temperature?
A. below -18c
B. between 1 & 4c
C. 5 to 63c
D. above 75c
What is the boiling point of water?
A. 63c
B. above 75c
C. above 82c
D. 100c
What is the minimum time required for bacterial growth?
A. 10 minutes
B. 20 minutes
C. 30 minutes
D. 40 minutes
At what temperature range does bacterial growth occur within the danger zone?
A. 0°C to 5°C
B. 5°C to 63°C
C. 63°C to 100°C
D. 100°C to 150°C
What characteristic do low-risk foods generally have?
A. High moisture content
B. Low moisture content
C. Require chilled storage
D. High risk of food poisoning
What is the boiling point of water?
A. below -18c
B. between 1 & 4c
C. 5 to 63c
D. 100c
Which of the following is an example of a low-risk food?
A. Cooked bacon
B. Cooked pasta
C. Raw chicken
D. Cream
What happens to bacteria at temperatures above 75°C?
A. They multiply rapidly
B. They start to die
C. They become sleepy
D. They remain dormant
What is the recommended fridge temperature range?
A. below -18c
B. between 1 & 4c
C. 5 to 63c
D. above 75c
What is the recommended reheating temperature?
A. 63c
B. above 75c
C. above 82c
D. 100c