Kit Library / Food Science and Technology / Food Preservation Technology
⚡ Topic Learning KitShared by a Veda learner · Generated with Veda AI
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Dose decides the destiny.
Food irradiation is classified into three processes based on the radiation dose applied. Radappertization (30-40 kGy) destroys microorganisms for sterility. Radicidation (2.5-10 kGy) reduces non-spore-forming pathogens. Radurization (0.75-2.5 kGy) reduces spoilage organisms to extend shelf life.
↳ Higher dose means stronger microbial kill; each process targets a different goal.
Electrons smash metal, X-rays emerge.
X-rays are ionizing radiations produced by bombarding a suitable metal target with high-velocity electrons. In their behaviour, they are similar to Gamma rays.
↳ X-rays are ionizing radiations generated by electron bombardment of a metal target.
83 ergs per gram.
↳ 1 REP equals absorption of 83 ergs per gram of matter.
Food irradiation uses ionizing radiation to preserve food through three processes: radappertization (sterilization), radicidation (pathogen reduction), and radurization (shelf-life extension). Radiation dose is measured…
~8 min · full explanation, examples & memory tricks in the app
55 questions laddered from warm-up to topper-level, each with an explanation. A taste:
X-rays used in food irradiation are produced by bombarding a suitable metal target with:
BeginnerHigh velocity electrons
X-rays are ionizing radiations produced by bombarding a suitable metal target with high velocity electrons, and they behave like Gamma rays.
Which unit represents the absorption of 83 ergs per gram of matter?
IntermediateREP
1 REP (Roentgen-Equivalent Physical) equals absorption of 83 ergs/g of matter, whereas 1 RAD equals 100 ergs/g.
1 Gray (Gy) is equal to how many rads?
Beginner100 rads
The Gray is a newer unit of radiation where 1 Gray = 100 rads = 1 joule/kg.
Which radiation process is equivalent to commercial sterility of heat processed foods?
IntermediateRadappertization
Radappertization destroys microorganisms and is equivalent to commercial sterility of heat processed foods, also called radiation sterilization.
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