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Recipe for Disaster: The Science of Foodborne Illness

Age 10-12
Grade 5-8

Darlene Ruth Stille

Recipe for Disaster: The Science of Foodborne Illness

Library Binding (Compass Point Books Jan. 1, 2010)
Have you ever gotten sick from something you ate? You might have had a foodborne illness. Careless handling can introduce germs into the food supply germs that can make us sick. Vegetables, eggs, meat, and even water can carry viruses and bacteria that upset our digestive system. Even processed foods such as baby formula and pet food can be contaminated. Foodborne illnesses are in the news as people are warned of outbreaks and investigators work to find the sources and prevent future contamination. Headline Science uses news stories and everyday applications to explain the science behind foodborne illnesses.
Series
Headline Science
ISBN
0756542162 / 9780756542160
Pages
48
Weight
8.8 oz.
Dimensions
7.0 x 0.3 in.

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