Decay Flashcards

1
Q

Decomposers

A

-bacteria
-fungi

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2
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Detrivores

A

-worms
-woodlice

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3
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Rate of decay equation

A

Rate of decay (g/day) = change in mass (g) / time (days)

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4
Q

Conditions that increase rate of decay

A

Warm, moist, oxygenated conditions

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5
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Preserving food

A

-freeze
-remove water
-reduce oxygen (vacuum packaging)

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