Why Is Perishable Food Kept in a Refrigerator?
Storing Perishable Food Refrigeration Can Substantially Reduce the Rate at Which Food Will Deteriorate. Low Temperatures Slow Down the Growth of Microorganisms...
What does perishable keep refrigerated mean?
Knowledge Article. Perishable foods are those likely to spoil, decay or become unsafe to consume if not kept refrigerated at 40 °F or below, or frozen at 0 °F or below. Examples of foods that must be kept refrigerated for safety include meat, poultry, fish, dairy products, and all cooked leftovers.
Why do we refrigerate food?
Refrigeration slows bacterial growth. Bacteria exist everywhere in nature. They are in the soil, air, water, and the foods we eat. When they have nutrients (food), moisture, and favorable temperatures, they grow rapidly, increasing in numbers to the point where some types of bacteria can cause illness.
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