For much of the period of microbial growth in a food, there is no visible or easily detectable change in food quality.

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Microbial growth can occur in food without any immediate visible or easily detectable changes in the quality of the food. It is only after a certain threshold of microbial growth or activity is reached that the food may start to show signs of spoilage, such as changes in color, texture, odor, or taste.

For Much of the Period of Microbial Growth in a Food