Fruit Quality
Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: Brix is a measure of the sugar content of a liquid, typically a fruit juice or other plant-based liquid. It is expressed in degrees Brix (°Bx), which indicates the percentage of sugar by weight in a solution. The Brix value is a measure of the concentration of dissolved solids in a liquid, including sugars, minerals, and other substances. Titratable acidity is a measure of the total amount of acid in a liquid, typically expressed as a percentage of a specific acid, such as citric acid. It is a measure of the amount of acid present in a solution that can be neutralized by a base, such as sodium hydroxide. Titratable acidity is a common measurement used in the food industry to evaluate the quality and flavor of products, including fruits, vegetables, and beverages.
Authors: Karavidas, I., Ntanasi, T., Ntatsi, G.
Institution: Agricultural University of Athens
Language: English
Subfield: Plant Science
Domain: Life Sciences
Open Access status: green
Funder: European Commission
OpenAlex ID: W6930446985
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