How Does Freeze-Drying Affect the Flavor of Dill?
Location
CoLab, COM 221
Start Date
30-4-2026 10:45 AM
Document Type
Poster
Description
Freeze-drying is the process of removing water from food to extend its shelf life. In this experiment, we used gas chromatography–mass spectrometry (GC-MS) to identify specific chemicals that appeared in our dill sample before and after freeze-drying. By observing these chemicals, we were able to theorize how the flavor profile may have been changed.
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How Does Freeze-Drying Affect the Flavor of Dill?
CoLab, COM 221
Freeze-drying is the process of removing water from food to extend its shelf life. In this experiment, we used gas chromatography–mass spectrometry (GC-MS) to identify specific chemicals that appeared in our dill sample before and after freeze-drying. By observing these chemicals, we were able to theorize how the flavor profile may have been changed.
Comments
The faculty mentor for this project was Todd Watson.