Literature Review of Inactivation of Microorganisms in Spices by Ionizing Radiation
This study summarizes published scientific evidence of inactivation of microorganisms in spices by ionizing radiation. It is an extensive review of the scientific literature on the irradiation inactivation of gram negative microorganisms in dried spices and herbs.
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