When bacteria, such as Salmonella, produce their disease-causing effects by directly assaulting the intestinal tract, this is called a foodborne

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

When bacteria directly attack and infect the intestinal tract, it is called a foodborne infection. Intoxication, on the other hand, occurs when bacteria produce a toxin in food that causes illness when ingested.

When Bacteria, Such as Salmonella, Produce Their Disease-Causing Effects by Directly