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Andreyy89
3 years ago
8

Please sort each of the following statements as being either an external or internal factor that affects the growth of microorga

nisms in food. Please recall from your reading the causes of food spoilage and how it can be prevented. ResetHelp
Biology
1 answer:
alexandr402 [8]3 years ago
8 0

Answer:

External factors can be described as factors which give rise to a situation from outside. Internal factors bring a change or give rise to a situation from internal conditions.

<u>External Factors: </u>

<em>Temperature of food storage during processing. </em>

<em>Humidity of the storage environment </em>

<em>Presence of gases, such as CO2, during packaging </em>

<em>Preservatives, such as salt and sugar </em>

<em>Handling of food by manufacturers </em>

<u>Internal Factors: </u>

<em>pH of the food </em>

<em>Presence of antimicrobial compounds </em>

<em>Nutrient content (Such as vitamins and minerals) </em>

<em>Moisture content or water activity </em>

<em>Protective structure of food, such as feathers, hide and skin</em>

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