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Micro organisms and detritous feeders (e.g. worms) break down the food and aid decay. Decay occurs best in damp warm conditions, we can slow down decay by refrigerating or pickling.

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Q: Why does food spoil or rot when they are left out in the open?
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When food left out in the open it rots?

yes it will rot


When food is left out open it rots why?

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Which is the only food that never gets rotten?

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