If a food is not properly stored in the food pantry it is more likely it will be contaminated with which of the following?

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If a food is not properly stored, it is at a higher risk of being contaminated by microorganisms that can cause foodborne illnesses, which fall under the category of biological hazards. Chemical hazards typically come from improper cleaning or use of chemicals in the kitchen, while physical hazards can come from foreign objects like glass or metal in food. Toxin mediated infections are caused by certain bacteria that release toxins in the body and are also a type of biological hazard. However, based on the question stem, the most likely hazard from improper food storage would be biological.

If a Food Is Not Properly Stored in the Food