So, what's the magic temperature that kills bacteria? Well, it's not exactly magic, but more like science-y stuff. Most bacteria can't handle temperatures above 212°F (100°C), which is the boiling point of water at sea level. Anything above that, and you've got a bacteria-free zone!
But wait, there's more! Some super-bacteria can survive in the temperature twilight zone between 140°F (60°C) and 212°F (100°C). These heat-resistant rebels need a longer cooking time to meet their demise. Don't worry, though - with a little patience and some thermal thermodynamics, you can still vanquish them!
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Now, you might be wondering about the exceptions to the rule. What about spores, those super-resistant bacterial seeds? Well, it turns out that boiling can't always kill them. Some spores can survive boiling water for hours on end, just waiting for the perfect moment to spring back to life. It's like they're playing a game of bacterial hide-and-seek!
