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1. Food spoilage is caused by microorganisms, enzymes, chemical reactions, vermin, and physical changes that render food unsuitable for consumption. 2. The growth of spoilage microorganisms is affected by intrinsic food factors like pH, moisture content, nutrients, and antimicrobial substances as well as extrinsic factors like temperature, gas concentration, and humidity of the storage environment. 3. Different microorganisms have varying temperature and moisture requirements, with psychrophiles growing
- Author
- Muhammed ElSayed
- Language
- EN