Food Safety and Food Quality

The quality and safety of the food we eat attracts a great deal of publicity and is high on the list of public concerns. This highly emotive issue is discussed in this timely book, which brings together a group of experts to present up-to-date and balanced overviews on a wide range of topics includi...

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Other Authors: Hester, R.E (editors), Harrison, R.M (editors)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Cambridge, UK RS.C 2001
Series:Issues in environmental science and technology 15
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Summary:The quality and safety of the food we eat attracts a great deal of publicity and is high on the list of public concerns. This highly emotive issue is discussed in this timely book, which brings together a group of experts to present up-to-date and balanced overviews on a wide range of topics including GM crops; hazardous microorganisms such as E. coli; the BSE/CJD problem; and cancer-causing chemicals, both natural and synthetic. Thought-provoking and of interest to a wide readership, this authoritative review will be welcomed by food scientists, legislators, government officials and advisors. Students of food science or environmental science will also find it essential reading
Physical Description:xi, 166 pages illustrations 25 cm
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index
ISBN:0854042709
ISSN:1350-7583