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Mold

Mold is one of the potential contributors to poor indoor air quality and it requires 1. moisture, 2. a nutrient and 3. a particular temperature range. What temperature range supports its growth and which requirement is key to controlling its growth?

Answer40deg - 100deg F (4deg - 38deg C). Thus moisture control is the only way to prevent mold in buildings.

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