we're doing a science project on does mold grow better on bread with preservatives or without preservatives.

-- Anonymous, January 18, 2001

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Dear Maria and Lauren,

I just got through doing my science fair project that was exactly like yours. Preservatives such as calcium propionate have a big affect on the prevention of mold. It will help your bread to stay fresher for many days.

-- Anonymous, February 06, 2001