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Food spoils the fastest between the temperatures of 40oF and 140oF, therefore foods in preparation should not be kept at these temperatures.
A refrigerator is below 40oF. bacteria causing food spoilage like to grow about body temperature. As it gets cooler they slow down in reproduction. Freezing stops their growth. Mold also slows at lower temp.
A refrigerator slows decay process because it slows the growth rate of spoilage organisms.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 15y agoRefrigeration doesn't stop food from spoiling. It just delays it. Most spoilage microorganisms are like people - they're not very active when it is cold, so spoilage takes longer. Some spoilage - as in overripe fruit - may be caused by enzymes and enzymatic activity is also reduced by colder temperatures.
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∙ 9y agoRefrigeration does not prevent food spoilage. It slows spoilage by reducing the rate at which bacteria, yeast, and molds reproduce.
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∙ 15y agoit slows down the bacteria
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∙ 14y agoIt only delays spoilage of food
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What is pasteruization?
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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.
Why a proper food storage and refrigeration importance?
Storing the food in the refrigerator is important because the cold temperature can help prevent molds and bacterias. Also, a longer shelf life is ensured for the food.
How oil and vinegar prevent spoilage of food?
Oil and vinegar have antiseptic qualities which help preserve food. The oil submerses the food from any airborne contaminants, while the vinegar sterilizes the food's environment.
Why do Indians have spices in their food?
Spices were originally used to cover over the bad taste of rancidity and the early stages of food spoilage before the availability of refrigeration. Some spices (e.g. salt) were used to prevent food spoilage. Now we use them because we like the flavors and they make foods more interesting to eat.
How does making potato into chips help to prevent food spoilage?
Water content in food provides an excellent environment for bacteria to grow. When potato chips are cooked it removes most of the water and can allow for longer storage without bacterial growth.
How does refrigeration help us preserve food for future use?
Most refrigeration prevents bacteria and other organisms from maintaining bodily functions. However, some organisms can go into hibernation until you take the food back out of the refrigerator.
Which food group provides nutrition that can help prevent type II diabetes and can help prevent heart disease?
Fruits.
Why does storing food in fridges help to preserve food?
Food spoilage is caused by bacteria multiplying. Bacteria thrive in room temperature, so refrigerators keep food at a temperature that bacteria do not like, which slows their ability to reproduce.
Can you store peeled bananas in the refrigerator?
I would rub it lightly with either apple-juice or lemon-juice before storing it, as this will help to prevent discolouration by the air. I would also put it into a plastic box, or wrap it in cling-film, to protect it, and to help delay spoilage.
What can you do to help prevent the growth of mold on your food?
put it on you butty
