Pathogenic bacteria are likely to multiply rapidly when environmental temperatures are between ____________.

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Pathogenic bacteria are likely to multiply rapidly when environmental temperatures are between 40 and 140 ºF, which is known as the "temperature danger zone" for food safety. Temperatures below 40 ºF and above 140 ºF are outside the danger zone and slow down or stop the growth of bacteria.

Pathogenic Bacteria Are Likely to Multiply Rapidly When Environmental Temperatures