Effect of gamma irradiation and storage time on the ascorbic acid concentration in onion bulbs (Allium cepa L.).

Author(s) : BENKEBLIA N., SELSELET-ATTOU G.

Type of article: Article

Summary

Ascorbic acid levels were monitored for two storage temperatures (4 and 20 °C) and three levels of gamma irradiation (0.10, 0.15 and 0.30 kGy). Losses were lower at 4 °C (5-20%) than at 20 °C (15-30%).

Details

  • Original title: Effect of gamma irradiation and storage time on the ascorbic acid concentration in onion bulbs (Allium cepa L.).
  • Record ID : 2001-1930
  • Languages: English
  • Source: Int. Agrophys. - vol. 13 - n. 4
  • Publication date: 1999

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