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In Antarctica, food rarely gets spoiled. Why?


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Microbes don't get nutrient-rich food in Antarctica.

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Extreme low temperatures do not support microbial growth.

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The salt-rich air in Antarctica is toxic for microbes.

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Food in Antarctica has antimicrobial property.

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Solution

The correct option is B

Extreme low temperatures do not support microbial growth.


Microorganisms thrive most in hot and humid climatic conditions. The temperature in Antarctica remains below zero degree Celsius which does not allow the microbes to grow as fast they would in other places. Hence, food does not get spoiled as quickly as it does in other parts of the world.


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