Irradiation refers to the process of exposing an object or substance to radiation, which can be in the form of electromagnetic waves (such as gamma rays or X-rays), or particles (such as alpha or beta particles). This process is commonly used in various fields for different purposes: 1. **Food Preservation**: In the food industry, irradiation is a method used to preserve food by killing bacteria, parasites, and other pathogens, as well as to inhibit sprouting and ripening.
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