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Decay is caused by insects and microscopic organisms breaking organic matter down as a part of their feeding process. When it is too cold for these things to function, then they can't cause decay.
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How does freezing prevent food decay?
It slows the reaction rate down, slowing the decay, and slowing the dispersion from infection sites through the foodstuff.
Do not decay?
"Decay" refers to the natural process of breakdown and decomposition. To prevent decay, items can be stored properly, sealed in airtight containers, kept dry, or refrigerated. Certain preservation methods like canning, freezing, pickling, or drying can also help delay decay of food items.
Which kind of temperature will slow down an organism decay?
It will slow down an organism's decay in freezing temperatures.
Does freezing and refrigerating food stop or prevent decay?
I think a refrigerator, slows down the process of food rotting as the microorganisms take more time to cause chemical reactions in cold weather.
What do you do to prevent decay?
Brush your teeth!
Does the presence of salt helps prevent oceans from freezing?
Salt lowers the freezing point temperature, it does not completely prevent freezing. Otherwise we would not have sea ice.
What method is used to retain the freshness of fish?
Fast freezing. Fish starts to decay from the moment it's caught. Fast freezing preserves the freshness, and dramatically delays the decay process so the consumer can eat it.
Substance to prevent tooth decay?
Flouride
How does toothpaste prevent tooth decay?
which element present in our toothpaste protects out tooth from the tooth decay?
Why is it sometimes necessary to prevent decay?
It is necessary to prevent tooth decay so that you can keep healthy teeth without getting toothaches, root canals, and/or dentures.
Is there any way to prevent decay when a person is buried?
NO
What element is added to drinking water and toothpaste to prevent tooth decay?
Fluoride helps prevent tooth decay
