Microbiology with Diseases by Body System (4th Edition)

by Bauman, Robert W,, PhD

Published by Benjamin Cummings

ISBN 10: 032191855X

ISBN 13: 978-0-32191-855-0

Chapter 25 - Applied and Environmental Microbiology - Questions For Review - Fill in the Blanks - Page 818: 2

Answer

Blank 1: Increases

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Leaving foods out at room temperature increases the likelihood of food spoilage. This is why it is common to refrigerate foods in order to increase their longevity.

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