Microbial Food Spoilage and Signs of Food Spoilage

Fungi (yeasts, molds) and bacteria

Light exposure could result in color and vitamin loss, and may lead to the oxidation of fats.

Temperature, time, and specific food group spoilage.

<p>These creatures require food to survive and damage it, making it more vulnerable to further deterioration.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Enzymatic browning causes discoloration in fruits and vegetables when their enzymes are exposed to oxygen.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Aerobic meat spoilage occurs in the presence of oxygen, leading to the growth of spoilage microorganisms.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Microflora of raw milk</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Enzymes in food can cause enzymatic spoilage by breaking down proteins and other components.</p> Signup and view all the answers