Cross-Contamination & AllergensQuestion 36 of 319
Which statement BEST distinguishes cross-contact from cross-contamination?
a.They are exactly the same thing and the terms are interchangeable
b.Cross-contact transfers an allergen between foods; cross-contamination usually refers to transferring pathogens, chemicals, or other hazards
c.Cross-contact only happens with children; cross-contamination only happens with adults
d.Cross-contact happens at home and cross-contamination happens at restaurants
Explanation
Cross-contact is the unintended transfer of an allergen (for example, peanut traces on a wok). Cross-contamination is the broader term for transfer of pathogens, chemicals, or physical hazards. Prevention practices (separate equipment, clean hands, sanitized surfaces) overlap heavily.
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