Question

In August 2010, about 500 million eggs were recalled by the government because its egg shells were contaminated with salmonella. This is an example of __________.

a.
how toxic heavy metals can enter the environment through natural processes
b.
how persistent organic pollutants do not easily break down in the environment
c.
how chemicals can change reproductive processes in organisms
d.
how thermal pollution can cause the spread of a disease
e.
how transmission of infectious diseases can be through environmental factors

Answer 1

E. infectious diseases

Step-by-step explanation:

I am not 100% sure, but I'll tell you why if you need another's input.

Salmonella is a natural, completely biological bacteria that transmits through the fecal-oral route or by food and water. Aka, shells that have been contaminated with poop or had salmonella to begin with.

In other words, salmonella has nothing to do with any foreign/inorganic substances like the chemicals mentioned in the other answers.

Answer 2

I think it's E

Step-by-step explanation:

E seems to fit well. I'm taking this test right now so I'm not sure but I hope this helps. Sorry if its not :(