Explanation

Refrigerators keep food cold, slowing down bacteria growth. Perishable foods like meat, milk, and vegetables stay fresh longer in refrigerator temperatures.

Cold storage prevents spoilage of foods that go bad quickly at room temperature. Refrigeration is essential for keeping perishable items safe to eat.

Baskets and coolers cannot maintain constant cold. Ovens heat food. Only refrigerators provide proper cold storage for perishable foods.