Question

Thamnidium chaetocladioides in meat produces:

• A. Ropiness
• B. Discoloration
• C. Phosphoresecence
• D. Whiskers

Hint:

Associate specific spoilage organisms with their characteristic defects. {Thamnidium} on meat is a classic example of "whiskers".

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Step 1: Identify the specific mold and its substrate. The question asks about the effect of the mold {Thamnidium chaetocladioides} on meat.
Step 2: Recall the characteristic spoilage sign of this mold. {Thamnidium} is known for its growth on refrigerated meat, particularly in large cuts stored for aging. It produces long, fuzzy mycelia that extend from the surface of the meat, a condition commonly referred to as "whiskers". This growth does not produce toxins and is often trimmed off before the meat is sold.