Abstract
BIOCHEMICAL and physiological effects of gamma-irradiated fresh fruits and vegetables have been reported from our laboratories1–9 in an attempt to extend the storage life and maintain wholesomeness. Because they are almost weightless, and because of their high nutritive value, freeze-dehydrated food are convenient for consumption by astronauts during space flights. High-frequency short-wave rays may be encountered in space flights and/or subsequent landing on the Moon or other planets. The experiment reported here was to elucidate some chemical and histological effects of gamma-radiation doses on freeze-dehydrated apple slices.
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LEE, C., SALUNKHE, D. Effects of Gamma Radiation on Freeze-dehydrated Apples (Pyrus malus). Nature 210, 971–972 (1966). https://doi.org/10.1038/210971a0
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