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The Benign Hamburger
Co Authors: |
Graham F. Peaslee Juliette Lantz Mary Walczak |
Abstract: | In this dilemma case study, the executives of a popular restaurant chain must decide whether to use irradiated meat, in this case, beef, to protect its customers from the bacteria, E. coli. Students learn about food irradiation and discuss issues related to food safety and the public’s acceptance of new food technologies. As developed, the case could be used in a variety of introductory science courses in chemistry, physics, biology, environmental science, and agricultural science. |
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Keywords: | Food irradiation; electromagnetic radiation; chemical bonding; E. coli; bacteria; beef; meat; risk-benefit analysis |
Topical Area: | Policy issues, Regulatory issues, Social issues |
Educational Level: | Undergraduate lower division |
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Type/Method: | Dilemma/Decision |
Language: | English |
Subject Headings: | Physics Physical Chemistry Food Science / Technology |
Date Posted: | 06/21/99 |
Date Modified: | N/A |
Copyright: | Copyright held by the National Center for Case Study Teaching in Science, University at Buffalo, State University of New York. Please see our usage guidelines, which outline our policy concerning permissible reproduction of this work. |
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Marie Panec
Biology Department
Moorpark College
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ay757@lafn.org
10/20/2010