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We use radiation to extend the shelf life of food by destroying organisms that cause spoilage. Do we use neutrons electrons gamma rays or alpha particles?
We use gamma rays to irradiate food and kill organisms on it that might cause it to spoil quickly.
How gamma rays preserve food?
Gamma rays kill living things fairly effectively. This includes bacteria that may be in food. They are more effective, relative to changes in the food, than heat. Therefore, food irradiated with gamma rays can keep longer, have better nutrition, taste better, and have a fresher texture than food that has been preserved by heat, such as canned goods. We have been using gamma rays for only a relatively short time for this purpose, even compared to canning. So it is possible that there will be some surprised yet to come about gamma rays and food safety. Nevertheless, gamma irradiation may be safer than heat for canning because it is better capable of killing bacteria that can withstand high heat, such as the bacteria that cause botulism.
Do gamma rays really work?
YES,gamma rays will kill you.
What is one use of gamma rays?
Gamma rays are used to kill cancer cells.
What is Radiation sanitizing?
It's actually irradiation sanitation; Using gamma or x-rays to kill all bacteria in food, on medical equipment, etc
What kind of waves kill organisms that spoil food?
gamma rays
We use radiation to extend the shelf life of food by destroying organisms that cause spoilage. Do we use neutrons electrons gamma rays or alpha particles?
We use gamma rays to irradiate food and kill organisms on it that might cause it to spoil quickly.
How gamma rays preserve food?
Gamma rays kill living things fairly effectively. This includes bacteria that may be in food. They are more effective, relative to changes in the food, than heat. Therefore, food irradiated with gamma rays can keep longer, have better nutrition, taste better, and have a fresher texture than food that has been preserved by heat, such as canned goods. We have been using gamma rays for only a relatively short time for this purpose, even compared to canning. So it is possible that there will be some surprised yet to come about gamma rays and food safety. Nevertheless, gamma irradiation may be safer than heat for canning because it is better capable of killing bacteria that can withstand high heat, such as the bacteria that cause botulism.
How do hypertonic solutions kill bacteria that spoil foods?
because of the hypertonic enviornment, the bacter cannot grow and spoil the food due to lack of water
Can ultraviolet sanitizers be used on food to prevent food poisoning?
Ultraviolet sanitizers only help kill off organisms on the surface of the food where they can be exposed to the ultraviolet light. Since many types of organisms that cause food poisoning are mixed into or are on the side of the food away from the light, the ultraviolet light cannot reach them and they remain intact and able to cause their nasty effects. Gamma radiation, which, like ultraviolet light is a form of electromagnetic radiation, can penetrate food and kill even organisms that are deep inside. As a result, irradiation with gamma rays is sometimes used to sanitize/sterilize food. Since ultraviolet light can kill those organisms that it can shine on, it is still useful for providing a more sanitary environment than one without it. It can sanitize surfaces where food is placed so that the food will not pick up germs, parasites, etc. from the surface. It won't totally prevent food poisoning, but it can lower the risk some.
Who developed a process of heating food to kill the germs that spoil it?
Louis Pasteur invented pasteurization.
Which industries use gamma to make use of products?
You don't. Unless you're a radiologist or high energy physicist.
Which EM waves can kill bacteria on food and surgical tools?
EM waves like X-rays and gamma rays are efficient at killing bacteria on food and surgical tools. These are ionizing radiations and cause breaks in the DNA of the organisms. On sufficient exposure, the breaks are irreparable and the bacteria on the food and surgical tools are killed.
Do gamma rays really work?
YES,gamma rays will kill you.
How can gamma waves benefie people?
They are used to kill cancer cells , and also harmful bacteria in food and on surgical instruments.
What is one use of gamma rays?
Gamma rays are used to kill cancer cells.
What is gamme rays used for?
Medicine Gamma rays are used in medicine to kill and treat certain types of cancers and tumors. Gamma rays passing through tissue of the body produce ionization in tissue. Gamma rays can harm the cells in our body. The rays can also detect brain and cardiovascular abnormalities. Industry Gamma rays can be used to examine metallic castings or welds in oil pipelines for weak points. The rays pass through the metal and darken a photographic film at places opposite the weak points. In industry, gamma rays are used for detecting internal defects in metal castings and in welded structures. Gamma rays are used to kill pesticides and bugs in food. Gamma rays are also used in nuclear reactors and atomic bombs. Consumer goods Gamma rays are often used in the food industry. The radioisotopes preserve foods. Although the rays never come in contact with food, beta radiation kills various organisms, such as bacteria, yeast, and insects. Science Gamma rays can be used to detect beryllium. They also played a very important role in the development of the atom bomb.
