Irradiation - Wikipedia Irradiation is the process by which an object is exposed to radiation An irradiator is a device used to expose an object to radiation, [1] most often gamma radiation, [2] for a variety of purposes
Food Irradiation: What You Need to Know | FDA Food irradiation (the application of ionizing radiation to food) is a technology that improves the safety and extends the shelf life of foods by reducing or eliminating microorganisms and insects
What Is Irradiation? Uses, Safety, and How It Works Irradiation uses radiation to preserve food and sterilize medical devices Learn how it works, whether it’s safe, and how to spot irradiated food products
How Food Irradiation Works | Radiation and Your Health | CDC Food irradiation works by exposing food to ionizing electromagnetic (gamma or x-ray) radiation Food irradiation is considered a "cold" method, meaning it does not use heat to kill germs
Irradiation and Food Safety FAQ - Food Safety and Inspection Service The fundamental difference between food irradiation and pasteurization is the source of the energy used to destroy the microbes While conventional pasteurization relies on heat, irradiation relies on the energy of ionizing radiation
Irradiation | Nuclear Regulatory Commission - NRC Irradiation may be intentional, such as in cancer treatments or in sterilizing medical instruments Irradiation may also be accidental, such as from exposure to an unshielded source