Icebox
Icebox
Icebox (pronounced: /ˈaɪsˌbɒks/) is a compact non-mechanical refrigerator that was commonly used before the development of modern refrigeration methods.
Etymology
The term "icebox" originated in the 19th century and is derived from the words "ice" and "box". It refers to a box that was used to store ice, which in turn kept the contents of the box cool.
Description
An icebox is a box-like structure that is insulated to keep heat out. It has a compartment where ice is stored, and another compartment where food and other perishables are kept. The ice cools the air in the box and slows down the growth of bacteria, thus preserving the food.
Related Terms
- Refrigeration: The process of cooling a space, substance, or system to lower and/or maintain its temperature below the ambient one.
- Ice: Water frozen into a solid state. Depending on the presence of impurities such as particles of soil or bubbles of air, it can appear transparent or a more or less opaque bluish-white color.
- Insulation: The use of material to slow down the transfer of heat. In an icebox, insulation is used to keep the cold air in and the warm air out.
- Bacteria: Microorganisms that can cause food to spoil. The cold temperature inside an icebox slows down the growth of bacteria, helping to preserve the food.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Icebox
- Wikipedia's article - Icebox
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