Question

1. a parasite that causes toxoplasmosis, a very severe disease that can produce central nervous system disorders particularly mental retardation and visual impairment in children. pregnant women and people with weakened immune systems are at higher risk. sources: raw or undercooked pork. (1 point)

○ shigella
○ staphylococcus aureus
○ toxoplasma gondii
○ vibrio vulnificus
○ salmonella

1. this bacterium produces a toxin that causes vomiting shortly after being ingested. sources: cooked foods high in protein (e.g. cooked ham, salads, bakery products, dairy products) that are held too long at room temperature. (1 point)

○ toxoplasma gondii
○ salmonella
○ vibrio vulnificus
○ shigella
○ staphylococcus aureus

1. causes food to spoil, giving an off flavor, odor or appearance; not usually harmful to humans (1 point)

○ beneficial microorganism
○ spoilage microorganism
○ microorganism
○ pathogenic microorganism

Explanation:

1. The description matches Toxoplasma Gondii, the parasite that causes toxoplasmosis, with raw/undercooked pork as a source and high risk for pregnant people/immunocompromised individuals.
2. Staphylococcus Aureus produces a toxin that causes rapid vomiting, and it spreads via cooked protein foods held at room temperature.
3. Spoilage microorganisms specifically cause food to spoil (off flavor, odor, appearance) without typically causing harm to humans.

Answer:

1. Toxoplasma Gondii
2. Staphylococcus Aureus
3. Spoilage Microorganism