Optimization of experimental parameters for the EPR detection of the ‘cellulosic’ radical in irradiated foodstuffs

BERNARD A. GOODMAN, NIGEL DEIGHTON, SHEILA M. GLIDEWELL

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Abstract

Optimization of the EPR signal from the ‘cellulosic’ radical of irradiated plant materials can be achieved with an incident microwave power of approximately 250 μW. This is lower than previously recommended (0.5–2.0 mW) and results in signal intensities of up to 200% greater amplitude. the use of this recommended power in any future EPR‐based detection system will result in fewer false negatives, greater sensitivity, and is more likely to enforce compliance with existing labelling requirements.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)23-28
Number of pages6
JournalInternational Journal of Food Science & Technology
Volume29
Issue number1
DOIs
StatePublished - Feb 1994

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • Food Science
  • Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering

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