Fragments 3

Choose “Fragment” if the item is an incomplete thought or “Complete” if the item is a complete sentence.

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  1. For several years.

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    Fragments 3 - Question 1
  2. The U.S. Department of Agriculture has permitted the irradiation of certain foods sold in American supermarkets.

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    Fragments 3 - Question 2
  3. Irradiating produce kills bacteria on the food.

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    Fragments 3 - Question 3
  4. Increasing its shelf life.

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    Fragments 3 - Question 4
  5. Without irradiation, a strawberry may last only a day or two after being purchased.

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    Fragments 3 - Question 5
  6. An irradiated strawberry, in contrast, can last a week or more.

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    Fragments 3 - Question 6
  7. Because the bacteria that would cause it to spoil are killed by radiation.

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    Fragments 3 - Question 7
  8. While some consumers worry about buying irradiated food.

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    Fragments 3 - Question 8
  9. Others dismiss these concerns as the effect of too many science-fiction movies.

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    Fragments 3 - Question 9
  10. In stores where irradiated fruits and vegetables are sold under banners announcing the radiation treatment.

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    Fragments 3 - Question 10
  11. The owners report a booming market.

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    Fragments 3 - Question 11
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