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In this lesson, students will be introduced to four different types of microbes: bacteria, viruses, fungi and protozoa/parasites. They will learn that microbes can be harmful (i.e. cause food poisoning) and useful (i.e. used to ferment food).
In this lesson, students will be introduced to four different types of microbes: bacteria, viruses, fungi and protozoa/parasites. They will learn that microbes can be harmful (i.e. cause food poisoning) and useful (i.e. used to ferment food). The additional Powerpoint contains further information on the five common foodborne pathogens. Students will be encouraged to look through the case study to identify how microbes can cause foodborne illness.
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