Practice mode Food Technology

In which food component do deamination, oxidation, polymerisation and decarboxylation occur during irradiation?

Correct answer A. Protein

Explanation

Ionising radiation attacks amino acids in proteins, removing amino and carboxyl groups and causing oxidation and cross-linking, which can alter flavour and texture.

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