Moulds play an important role in foods. They can usually be seen by the naked eye (unlike bacteria). They are multi-cellular, consist of many cells connected with together.
Moulds are saprophytes and break down complex organic materials into simpler substance. This can encourage the decay of rotting matter. In this way moulds contribute to food spoilage, i.e. the visible decay of foods that occurs after ripening or damage but which is itself does not normally lead to food poisoning.
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