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A new model equation for predicting safe storage moisture levels for optimum stability of dehydrated foods

International Journal of Food Science & Technology · 1970 · 116 citations · 9 references

Concepts

AgricultureFood ScienceFood AnalysisFood EngineeringFood PreservationFood DryingFood StorageMoisture SorptionStorage StabilityWater ContentWater In FoodsFood Storage ConditionsFood Storage StabilityMoistureMoisture Sorption In FoodsMoisture Sorption ModelingMoisture StorageSorption IsothermsWater Sorption Isotherms

Abstract

Summary A new model equation for drawing up water sorption isotherms, applicable over a wide range of water activity, has been suggested from which safe moisture levels for dehydrated food storage may be easily calculated.

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