Question: What is the average Total Soluble Solids (TSS) in degrees Brix in pomegranate fruit juice? (RJ Supervisor 2012)
Options:
5
10
15
20
The average TSS (a measure of sweetness) in pomegranate juice is typically around 15 degrees Brix.
🔴Additional information::
-TSS: Measures soluble solids dissolved in a substance, determined using a Refractometer.
✏️Physio-chemical properties of Jam:
-TSS: 68.5%
-Reducing sugar: 24.22+0.08%
-pH: 3.42+0.03
-Total acidity: 0.34+0.01%
-Fruit and sugar ratio for Jam: 1:1.
-Excessive sugar causes crystallized jam, unacceptable in the market.
✏️Total Soluble Solids in various products:
-Jelly: 65% TSS
-Squash: 45% TSS
-Marmalade: 65% TSS
-Candy: 75% TSS
-Cordial: 30% TSS
-Sauce/Ketchup: 25% TSS
-Ready-to-Serve Beverages (RTS): 10% TSS