a way of measuring nutrition density
.whether your apples and spinach are organic or not, nutrient levels can vary dramatically depend on – growing conditions, such as soil type and quality, temperature, and days of sun versus rain\
” NIR works on the principle that different molecules vibrate in slightly different ways. When infrared light if transmitted through or reflected from a given sample, certain wavelengths are absorbed more than others by the vibrating chemical bonds. By measuring the fraction of nearinfrared light absorbed at each wavelength, scientists can obtain a distinct fingerprint that is characteristic of the sample. The results are precise—and fast.”
concluding that
” A mobile scanner may tell shoppers which piece of fruit has the most vitamins ”
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