Cross-contamination
the spreading of bacteria or other pathogens from one food to another
Microbiology
the branch of biology that studies microorganisms and their effects on humans
Bacteriology
Study of bacteria.
Bacteria are of immense importance because of their capacity for
rapid growth and reproduction.
Immunology
the branch of medical science that studies the body's immune system
Virology
Study of viruses, which are submicroscopic organisms.
Bacteria
Single-celled microorganisms so small that they cannot be seen without the assistance of powerful
magnification.
Harmless bacteria are called
Nonpathogenic
Harmful bacteria are called
Pathogenic
Coccus
any spherical or nearly spherical bacteria
Bacillus
aerobic rod-shaped spore-producing bacterium
Spirillum
any flagellated aerobic bacteria having a spirally twisted rodlike form
To minimize exposure risk:
focus, utilize clean technique, understand appropriate sterilization and practice it at all times.
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