In the refrigerator, perishable items will gradually deteriorate. The presence of spoilage bacteria will manifest itself in many ways. The food may take on an unusual flavor, color, or texture, such as becoming slimy or sticky. Molds may also develop and show themselves.
How does refrigeration affect the quality of food?
The chemical and biological reactions that cause food to deteriorate and lose quality are slowed down by refrigeration. Fresh perishable items including meats, seafood, fruits, and vegetables can have their shelf life prolonged by a few days by cooling them down and by a few weeks or months by freezing them.
What produce does not have to be refrigerated?
The beautiful thing about root veggies is that they may easily last a week or longer without refrigeration. These include onions, beets, radishes, beet greens, turnips, potatoes, and sweet potatoes. Vegetables in cans are always available and practically indestructible. I just enjoy beets among the canned vegetables.
Learn more about perishable items: https://brainly.com/question/28032083
#SPJ4
