as in decomposition
the process by which dead organic matter separates into simpler substances
in the days before refrigeration, spoilage was a constant problem
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These microbes can contaminate food, causing spoilage, off-odors, and illnesses such as gastroenteritis, which lead to diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting.
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Jenny Lehmann, Discover Magazine, 26 Feb. 2025
In the food industry, for instance, predictive models can flag temperature anomalies in cold chains, helping to prevent spoilage and ensure food safety, as well as optimizing resource utilization and reducing overproduction and excess inventory.
—Azra Nurkic, Forbes, 17 Mar. 2025
How Long Does Bacon Last In The Fridge? Like with any meat product, temperatures above 40°F can cause bacteria growth and spoilage, says Davis.
—Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 9 Mar. 2025
However, the wrong storage conditions can reduce the viability of seeds and lead to early spoilage.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Mar. 2025
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Jenny Lehmann, Discover Magazine, 26 Feb. 2025
In the food industry, for instance, predictive models can flag temperature anomalies in cold chains, helping to prevent spoilage and ensure food safety, as well as optimizing resource utilization and reducing overproduction and excess inventory.
—Azra Nurkic, Forbes, 17 Mar. 2025
How Long Does Bacon Last In The Fridge? Like with any meat product, temperatures above 40°F can cause bacteria growth and spoilage, says Davis.
—Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 9 Mar. 2025
However, the wrong storage conditions can reduce the viability of seeds and lead to early spoilage.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Mar. 2025
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“Spoilage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spoilage. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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