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Why food that is dry does not turn bad as easily as food that is wet?
Because bacteria prefer damp conditions in which to thrive. The moisture in 'wet' food (such as tinned dog food) encourages bacteria to divide and multiply - whereas dry foods (such as dog-biscuit) have less moisture, slowing down bacterial growth.
Why do wet foods decay faster than dry foods?
Bacteria (which make your food decay) need moisture to live and they thrive in it!
How does dry rot effect wood and how do you prevent it?
Dry rot is not actually dry,,,,,, It decays wood by keeping it damp and allowing the growth of bacteria,,,,, To prevent it get it away from the water source and allow plenty of air ventilation.
What is the relationship between microbial growth and water activity?
Bacteria need water to stay alive that is why a very dry surface (or beef jerky) have no growing bacteria. Note that is for growing bacteria. If the surface or food gets wet, they can to begin to grow.
Why is temperature control an effective weapons against bacterial growth?
Bacteria ideally needs a warm and wet climate to live and grow in. If it is cold and dry then the chance of bacteria growing is very little if at all.
Will Greek yogurt go bad if left out overnight?
You should keep foods out of the danger zone to prevent bacteria from forming on foods. Bacteria can form on foods in the danger zone after just an hour. The danger zone is under 145 degrees and over 45 degrees.ANS 2 -No , Feta will not go bad if left out overnight.
Why bacteria easier enter dry skin?
Dry skin can crack, allowing the bacteria to get below the surface of the skin.
What are some foods that are in Antarctica?
Nothing grows in Antarctica: it's too cold and dry. All foodstuffs consumed by the temporary workers there are imported to the continent by the country that supports the research station where the workers work.
Why there is more bacteria growth in liquid vs solid medium?
it is more on liquid because moist attracts more microorganisms than on dry surfaces it is more on liquid because moist attracts more microorganisms than on dry surfaces
Does dry food weigh more than wet food?
Wet foods weigh more than dry foods.
How do you de-odorize your flip flops?
Oder is caused by bacteria. Bacteria can not exist in salt water. Pour a box of salt into a large enough container for your flip-flops or in your kitchen sink and fill with water. Use something to keep your flip-flops submerged and let set for about 24 hours. Drain water, rinse and dry flip flops (you must dry them as fresh water is a growth medium for bacteria).
How do you mail foods?
Dry ice
