Question

How does food get decayed?

• A. By the loss of nutrients from the food.
• B. By the toxic substances produced by microorganisms.
• C. By the wastes released of microorganisms.
• D. By the decomposition activity of microorganisms.

Answer 1

The correct option is D

By the decomposition activity of microorganisms.

Food gets decayed by the decomposition activity of bacteria, fungi, etc. These microorganisms cause decay by releasing enzymes that break down compounds, which can be absorbed by their cells for their survival, thereofore, spoiling the food items.