Question

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why is it a good idea to poke holes in the plastic bags containing vegetables?
nancy bought packed vegetables from the supermarket. before storing them, she poked holes in the packets to allow

Explanation:

Vegetables respire. Poking holes allows air (oxygen and carbon dioxide) to circulate. This helps maintain freshness by preventing moisture buildup (from respiration - related water release) and ensuring proper gas exchange for the vegetables' metabolic processes.

Answer:

air circulation