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Influence of films of different permeability on ethylene synthesis and ripening of modified atmosphere packaged apricots.

Author(s) : PRETEL M. T., SERRANO M., MARTINEZ G., RIQUELME F., ROMOJARO F.

Type of article: Article

Summary

The metabolism of the fruit itself modifies the gaseous composition below the film. This reaches an equilibrium after 4 to 6 days, with final O2 and CO2 concentration depending on both the permeability of the film used and fruit respiration activity. In all cases ethylene production was inhibited by more than 75%, with the highest inhibition produced in the films of least permeability. The variation of the atmosphere surrounding the fruit was shown to preserve the sensory characteristics during longer periods than would be the case in an unaltered atmosphere.

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  • Original title: Influence of films of different permeability on ethylene synthesis and ripening of modified atmosphere packaged apricots.
  • Record ID : 1993-2661
  • Languages: English
  • Source: Lebensm.-Wiss. Technol. - vol. 26 - n. 1
  • Publication date: 1993

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