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Mouldy bread: A science experiment
I just bought a loaf of fresh-baked bread (without preservatives!) from the bakery. I placed a slice of bread in a ziploc bag, and left it out on the kitchen counter. I placed a second slice of bread in a separate ziploc bag and placed it in the refrigerator. I placed a third slice of bread in a different ziploc bag and placed it in the freezer. I left the slices of bread in each of the three places for 2 weeks. I observed the slices of bread for mould growth every other day.
Which slice of bread would you expect to develop mould faster?

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Experiment Setup:** - You have three slices of bread placed in different environments: one at room temperature on the kitchen counter, one in the refrigerator, and one in the freezer. 2. **Identifying Conditions for Mold Growth:** - Mold requires certain conditions to grow, including: - **Temperature:** Mold thrives in warm environments (room temperature). ...
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