Biology Topic Practice
Salmonella Food Poisoning
Salmonella is a type of bacteria that causes food poisoning, often found in unhygienic food preparation.
What are the three main symptoms of salmonella?
What is Salmonella Food Poisoning?
"Salmonella is a genus of rod-shaped, Gram-negative bacteria that can cause food poisoning in humans."
Question 1
Salmonella food poisoning is caused by a:
Question 2
Which situation most increases the risk of Salmonella spreading?
Question 3
Why are poultry vaccinated against Salmonella in the UK?
Salmonella Symptoms
Symptoms include abdominal cramps, vomiting, and diarrhoea.
Caused by toxins secreted by the bacteria.
In the UK, poultry are vaccinated against Salmonella to control the spread.
Exam Tip
Cooking food thoroughly kills the Salmonella bacteria.
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