The milk should be refrigerated to prevent spoilage.
in the days before refrigeration, spoilage was a constant problem
Recent Examples on the WebKeeping Beverages Safe With Heat In the 1860s, French microbiologist Louis Pasteur discovered that heating wine and beer killed the organisms that caused spoilage, which then was a significant problem in France.—Kerry E. Kaylegian, Discover Magazine, 23 May 2024 Their expiration signifies the point at which the salad's ingredients, such as leafy greens or dressing, may no longer be safe for consumption due to potential spoilage or bacterial contamination.—Maeghan Dolph, Fox News, 19 Nov. 2023 There are two ways your ground beef can go bad – bacteria or spoilage.—Clare Mulroy, USA TODAY, 17 Jan. 2024 So many cartons, so little time: A guide to grocery store eggs
Like any other perishable commodity, eggs are also susceptible to organisms that cause spoilage, Jones says.—Becky Krystal, Washington Post, 11 Aug. 2023 See all Example Sentences for spoilage
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