The Effect of Microwaves on Microorganisms
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This work is a literature review on the use of microwaves for pasteurization processes and/ or the reduction of the microbiological biota in foods. It presents background as well as latest information on the methodology being used in these processes, putting emphasis on the newest developments of the technology being used today.
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