What happens when milk is left open at room temperature during summer?

When milk is left open at room temperature, especially during summer, several things happen:

  1. Bacterial Growth: Warm temperatures promote the growth of bacteria in the milk. These bacteria can ferment the lactose (the sugar in milk), producing lactic acid.
  2. Souring: As lactic acid accumulates, it lowers the pH of the milk, causing it to sour and develop an acidic taste. The milk proteins (casein) also coagulate, leading to curdling.
  3. Spoilage: Over time, the milk spoils and become lumpy

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