Ionizing Radiation Is Being Given Increasing Attention as a Method

question 4

Essay

Ionizing radiation is being given increasing attention as a method for preserving horticultural products. A study reports that 153 of 180 irradiated garlic bulbs were marketable (no external sprouting, rotting, or softening) 240 days after treatment, whereas only 117 of 180 untreated bulbs were marketable after this length of time. Does this data suggest that ionizing radiation is beneficial as far as marketability is concerned?

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