Question

The maximum permissible limit of machine generating electron beams in food industry to inactivate microorganisms is

• A. 10 MeV
• B. 25 MeV
• C. 50 MeV
• D. 100 MeV

Hint:

Electron beam treatment is a non-thermal process that can be used to sanitize food products without affecting their taste or nutritional value.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

The maximum permissible limit of machine generating electron beams in the food industry is 10 MeV. This is used for the inactivation of microorganisms while maintaining food quality.