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A transient model to predict O2 and CO2 concentrations in modified-atmosphere packaging of banana at various temperatures.

Author(s) : MANEERAT C., TONGTA A., KANLAYANARAT S., et al.

Summary

Respiration rate of bananas was determined as a function of O2, CO2, and temperature using a closed system. Temperature dependence of the respiration rate constants followed the Arrhenius-type relationship. Polyethylene film permeabilities were measured at various temperatures. The Arrhenius equation was used to describe the permeation of O2 and CO2 through polymer films. A mathematical model which could be used to describe the dynamic changes of O2 and CO2 gas compositions inside modified-atmosphere packages of fresh bananas at different temperatures was proposed and its solution was obtained numerically.

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  • Original title: A transient model to predict O2 and CO2 concentrations in modified-atmosphere packaging of banana at various temperatures.
  • Record ID : 2001-0274
  • Languages: English
  • Source: CA '97. Proceedings of the 7th international controlled atmosphere research conference.
  • Publication date: 1997/07/13
  • Document available for consultation in the library of the IIR headquarters only.

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