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What is bread mold commonly known as?

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Depends…if you're describing your typical black bread mold, that would be our friend Rhizopus stolonifer: It's actually the most common fungi in the world. read more

It is commonly known as “gross”. There are of course scientific names for the various bread molds, but I wouldn't describe them as commonly known. read more

Although mold can grow on many types of foods, mold on bread is common because bread provides a very desirable source of nutrients for mold. It’s often kept in a warm area of your home – a cupboard or breadbox rather than the refrigerator. read more

Mold spores range from three to 40 microns in size. Mold that is visible to the naked eye is actually a single organism that has grown from a spore. Bread is susceptible to mold because it retains moisture and is typically stored at room temperature. Refrigeration can slow but not completely stop mold formation. Moldy food should be discarded. read more

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