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DEHYDRATED VEGETABLES

Patent ·
OSTI ID:4838962

A process is given for reducing the rehydration time of dehydrated vegetables by exposing them to gamma or beta radiation. The radiation energy should not be more than 10 Mev, and the dose should be 0.25 x 10/sup 6/ to 11 x 10/sup 6/ rep. Examples are given in which the process is applied to dehydrated carrots, green beans, celery, pepper, onions, cabbage, leek, lima beans, okra, potatoes, lentils, soup mixes, and sweet corn. (D.L.C.)

Research Organization:
Originating Research Org. not identified
NSA Number:
NSA-15-031947
OSTI ID:
4838962
Report Number(s):
GB 874752
Country of Publication:
United Kingdom
Language:
English

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