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Select the True or False option for each statement below.
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1Food contamination by bacteria is the most common cause of food poisoning.

2If a bacteria can cause illness it is known as a spoilage bacteria.
3Spore forming bacteria can stay alive in hostile environments such as freezing and cooking.

4Cross-contamination is when bacteria and viruses spread from one item to another
Low risk foods are foods that are most likely to be involved in cases of food poisoning.
5Low risks are foods that are most likely to be involved in cases of food poisoning.