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They do not. Food items can be stored in containers which "click" shut. The important thing is to keep the container as air-tight as reasonably possible.
Yes seeds that have been refrigerated can be planted as long as it was stored in an air-tight container. Otherwise the seed will have dried out, making germination impossible. If you are not certain, try planting them before throwing them away.
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Sounds like the contamination occurred prior to packaging.
Store in a frost-free environment, out of direct daylight, and in air-tight containers.
It is not necessary to heat treat water to be stored for emergencies. Water reserves can be stored in thoroughly washed, clean containers with tight-fitting lids such as plastic milk jugs. Clean water stored in clean containers with tight-fitting lids will remain palatable for an indefinite period. Check containers periodically for leaks or cloudiness. If the water starts to look, taste or smell bad, change it. If you have any doubts about the safety of the water to be stored, purify it before storage by boiling or chemical treatment.
I'm not sure if I understand your question correctly. I dry a LOT of fruits and vegetables, as well as can and freeze. When I dry items, I STORE them in air tight containers. This allows you to keep them longer. If they were out in the open ( in a bowl on the table . . . ? ) insects could get to them, humidity in the air could cause them to spoil, and the sunlight could cause them to fade and lose nutrients. So storing them in air tight containers allows you to keep them longer.
A seed can be stored in healthy conditions under low temperature and low humidity in air tight containers to avoid the attack of microbes and insects.
Clay was about the only material the ancient Greeks had with which to make containers that were water-tight.
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Tight cooperage refers to containers used to store liquids, such as wine casks, beer barrels, or hot tubs. Containers built to hold solid materials are called slack cooperage.
Food containers can be used to store and portablize food and are usually air tight to lee the food fresh.
Cookies do not need artificial preservatives because they are high in sugar. Many types of cookies are well suited to either freezing for many months, or to keeping in tins or air-tight containers for months. However, commercial cookies often contain artificial preservatives.
Yes, baking soda stores well in plastic containers. But the containers need to be air tight. They should also be opaque to block out light.
The best kitchen storage canisters are ones with an air tight seal. This will help keep bugs out and keep the stored items fresher longer. You can view available storage containers at amazon.com