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If the food is raw, then it must be kept cold- refrigeration will extend the shelf life from 3 to 5 days, depending on the type of food. Freeze it! this will extend it's edibility by several months. Cook it, refrigerate any unused food promptly. The goal is to cook to kill, or keep it as far below room temperature as possible- the breeding ground is room temp.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 7y agoPickling mostly has a low pH value (<4.6) that is sufficient to kill most bacteria.
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∙ 14y agoBacteria thrive in warm, moist conditions. The refrigerator cools down the atmosphere quickly and also freezes the liquids. Thus, bacterial growth is drastically slowed down.
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Why does pickling help to slow down decay?
It is a form of preserving food.
Does water get sterile when cold?
No. Chilling water can slow the growth of microorganisms, but it does not sterilize the water.
Does drying apples help preserve them?
By drying apples, or any food item, you reduce the water activity which will help prevent or slow the growth of spoilage microorganisms or pathogens.
How does drying apples help preserve them?
By drying apples, or any food item, you reduce the water activity which will help prevent or slow the growth of spoilage microorganisms or pathogens.
What is antibiotics.?
An antibiotic is a substance which can destroy or inhibit the growth of bacteria and other similar microorganisms.
Do antimicrobials have an effect on food?
Yes, they help food stay fresh longer. Antimicrobial products kill or slow the spread of microorganisms. Microorganisms include bacteria, viruses, protozoans, and fungi such as mold and mildew.
Is microorganisms slow?
yes
Which o the following slow the growth of germs?
Keeping food refrigerated helps to slow down the growth of bacteria. Freezing food thoroughly is more certain to prevent bacteria from multiplying.
What are the effects of preservatives?
Preservatives slow down spoilage of food. Preservatives can prevent or slow microbial growth, prevent or slow the action of degrading enzymes, and slow down other negative reactions in food.
Which action helps slow pathogen growth?
Holding food at 41 F
Is arithmetic growth a slow or rapid growth model?
slow
How do you slow down growth?
you can not slow down growth. Growth goes at its own pace either fast or between fast and slow.
