The pH level, a measure of acidity or alkalinity, is a pivotal factor in determining the quality and safety of food. It influences the taste, texture, color, and shelf-life of food products.

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An Indian researcher in the US has developed a small and low-cost acidity sensor that can tell in real time when food has spoiled. The flexible pH sensor is just two millimetres in length and 10 ...