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	Decay
Observations	This image set depicts different types of decay.
Explanations	Decay is the process of organic rotting. Decay can take many different forms, such as tooth decay. Many times, you can see the visible effects of decay. Some types of decay can be prevented or can be fought against; others are inevitable. Microbes are responsible for decay in fruits, vegetables, and other organisms and products.
California Standards	Ecosystem energy exchange
National Standards	Flow of energy
Related NSF Exemplary Curriculum	Food and nutrition Decay
Related Records	Tooth decay Urban decay Rotting peach Rusting car
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Authors	Olivia Worland oworland@purdue.edu Biological Sciences, Purdue University
Publisher	Biological Sciences, Purdue University oworland@purdue.edu Jun 16 2008
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This material is based upon work that was supported by the National Science Foundation under Grant No. 0127164 to California State University Fullerton. Any opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Science Foundation.