What Is Mold?
Mold is a microorganism that is a subset of the fungi family. It is neither a plant nor animal. Mold can be found in soil, air, and water. Molds vary in size, shape, color, length of cycle, moisture, food source requirements, and levels of toxicity. There are over 100,000 known species of mold. New mold can be formed if the spores are deposited in a location with sufficient moisture and an adequate food source.
Mold releases enzymes that break down organic material. Many species of mold reproduce using spores, which are “seeds” for the formation of new mold colonies. Air movement, water, and even insects can transport spores.
Generally mold needs three things to grow: food, water, and the right temperature. Mold thrives in the same temperature range that humans generally prefer (48°F to 70°F). Mold feasts on components of wallboard, carpets, and other common household furnishings and construction materials. Thus, the only way to control mold is to eliminate its water source.
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