Non-destructive and quantitative determination of O2 concentration of intact pome fruit using gas in scattering media absorption spectroscopy (GASMAS) in transmittance mode KU Leuven
Pome fruits, including apple and pear, are among the most widely cultivated fruits in Europe. These climacteric fruits exhibit faster respiration and an increased ethylene production at the onset of ripening, which can result in rapid ripening, senescence, and decreased storage life. To prevent this, pome fruits are typically stored in a controlled atmosphere (CA) where a decreased level of O2 and a slightly increased level of CO2 are ...