Liquide CO2 & Nitrogen Liquide
What is CO2 for beverages?
CO2 (carbon dioxide) carbonation or fizz is the process of dissolving CO2 in carbonated soft drinks, sparkling water and beers. It gives them their refreshing taste sensations. The process usually involves carbonation of CO2 under pressure.
Lightly-carbonated drinks are usually fruity; lemonade and colas have medium carbonation; and mixers, like tonic water, are highly carbonated. Carbon dioxide can occur naturally, and some bottled waters are naturally sparkling.
Aside from meats, storage, preservation and transportation of other food items like fruits, baked products and dairy products are done with gas. In its liquid form, it is used as a refrigerant to preserve the taste and texture of these foods. The introduction of CO2 reduces the activation of spoiling agents.
Ethylene food ripening
Ethylene is a gaseous plant hormone that plays an important role in inducing the ripening process for many fruits, together with other hormones and signals. An unripe fruit generally has low levels of ethylene. As the fruit matures, ethylene is produced as a signal to induce fruit ripening
