Mucoraceae (Noun)
Meaning
Large family of chiefly saprophytic fungi that includes many common molds destructive to food products.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Mucoraceae can grow and develop at a rapid pace, particularly when they come into contact with food items that have a high moisture content.
- The Mucoraceae family is composed of various mold species that can be commonly found on food products, particularly those with high carbohydrate content.
- Regular cleaning of food storage spaces is essential in preventing the growth of destructive fungi from the Mucoraceae family.
- During the spoilage process, it is common to observe members of the Mucoraceae family present, rapidly growing on decomposing food.
- Because members of Mucoraceae have characteristics typical of destructive mold, appropriate control measures are taken by manufacturers in various industries that work with edible materials.