Physical methods for the identification of irradiated foodstuffs

Abstract

Reviews the various physical methods available for the detection of irradiated foods in the areas of: measuring changes in physical properties; luminescent detection; and electron spin resonance. Concludes that many of the techniques hold great potential as simple screening methods.

Citation

Rahman, R., Haque, A.K.M.M. and Sumar, S. (1995), "Physical methods for the identification of irradiated foodstuffs", Nutrition & Food Science, Vol. 95 No. 2, pp. 36-41. https://doi.org/10.1108/00346659510078303