ISSN:
1431-4630
Keywords:
Key words Spices
;
γ-Irradiation
;
Microwaves
;
Radiation-induced hydrocarbons
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Process Engineering, Biotechnology, Nutrition Technology
Notes:
Abstract Linear, unsaturated hydrocarbons were detected in spice samples treated with γ-rays or microwaves. The analyses were performed on aniseed, basil, cinnamon, entire and ground chilli, origano, paprika, black pepper, rosemary and sage. These samples were submitted to different treatments: γ-irradiation at 5 kGy, γ-irradiation at 10 kGy, microwaves (frequency of 2450 Mhz for 20 min), and not treated. The identification of linear, saturated, monoenic and dienic hydrocarbons was performed by using off-line liquid chromatography/gas chromatography (LC/GC) mass spectrometry. Unsaturated hydrocarbons were found only in the samples subjected to γ-irradiation, and 8-heptadecene was found to be a marker for γ-irradiation; in fact this compound was absent in the untreated and the microwaved samples. On-line, coupled LC-GC was used for the determination of dienic hydrocarbons.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s002170050321
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