I have to imagine that it'd look just like unspoiled oatmeal, only maybe with a little mold.
mold bread has green fungus growing out of it. stale means old but stiff and hard...i think
To prevent oatmeal mold in storage containers, make sure the containers are clean and completely dry before storing oatmeal. Store oatmeal in a cool, dry place away from moisture and sunlight. Use airtight containers to seal out moisture and prevent mold growth. Check the oatmeal regularly for any signs of mold and discard if necessary.
So that it does not spoil, mold, or get stale.
Usually cookies go stale not moldy.
Eventually it can do that. Mold can grow on bread as well as any other food. Airborne mold spores only require a moist environment to thrive and colonize. This process is not as rapid though as compared to mold forming on food in a warmer environment.
Yes they can. Just like whole loaves of bread and slices of bread, bread crumbs can expire.
Yes
Mold typically has a musty and earthy smell, often described as damp or stale. This smell is not usually similar to the smell of chemicals, which can be sharp or acrid. Mold odor is more organic and can be associated with a damp environment.
No. That substance is called mold.
It looKs like mold
It will smell and may have mold on it. The mold can be yellowish in color.
Mold on food appears as fuzzy patches that can be green, white, black, or other colors. It can also look like a discoloration or spots on the food. Mold can be identified by its distinct appearance and musty smell.