Question

Bacillus cereus is naturally found in the soil. B. cereus is known to contaminate rice, which, if undercooked and ingested, can lead to gastroenteritis. In this example, the reservoir for B. cereus is the ________, and the source of infection is the ___________.

Answer 1

Answer: soil and rice

Step-by-step explanation:

Bacillus cereus is referred to as or known as the rod shaped , gram positive bacteria that tends to produce toxin. This bacteria is most commonly found or present in our surroundings and environment, it is most commonly found in the vegetation and soil, and thus can easily be present in our foods. It tends to multiply quickly especially at the room temperature.