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Question
Is tinned and sealed food always safe to eat? Give reasons in support of your answer.
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Solution
No, tinned and sealed food are not always safe to eat as they may contain harmful bacteria like Clostridium botulinum, which may cause serious food poisoning resulting in Botulism. In extreme cases, this condition may even prove to be fatal for life.
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