Practice Test 1 -AMSA Food Safety &Science Certification Review AMSA Food Salety 8 Science Certification Review 1 of 25 Which of the following is a substance which if found in a food product, is not fit for human consumption? SSOP Coliform Allergen Adulterant

## Step 1<br />The question is asking us to identify a substance that, if found in a food product, would make it unfit for human consumption. Let's analyze each option:<br /><br />## Step 2<br />SSOP (Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures) are guidelines for maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in food production. They are not substances, but rather procedures.<br /><br />## Step 3<br />Coliform is a type of bacteria that can be found in the environment and in the feces of warm-blooded animals. While the presence of coliform bacteria in food can indicate contamination, they are not inherently harmful to humans.<br /><br />## Step 4<br />Allergens are substances that can cause allergic reactions in some individuals. While it is important to label foods that contain allergens, they are not inherently harmful to all humans.<br /><br />## Step 5<br />Adulterant is a substance that is added to a food product to deceive consumers about the product's true nature or quality. This can include substances that are harmful to humans, making the food product unfit for consumption.