Which of the following is the maximum allowable dose of irradiation for inhibition of sprouting in white potatoes?

Correct option is B

✅ (b) 0.15 kGy:
· The maximum allowable dose of irradiation to inhibit sprouting in white potatoes is approximately 0.15 kGy (kilogray).
· This low dose effectively delays sprouting without significantly affecting the potato's quality or safety.
· Food irradiation is a preservation method using ionizing radiation to extend shelf life and prevent spoilage.
· Higher doses like 1 kGy or 15 kGy are used for sterilization or microbial inactivation but are not suitable for sprout inhibition.
❌ (a) 0.01 kGy: Too low to be effective. ❌ (c) 1 kGy: Higher than necessary for sprout control. ❌ (d) 15 kGy: Very high dose, usually for sterilization.