Ionic bond, also known as electrovalent bond is a type of bond formed from the electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions in a chemical compound. These kinds of bonds occur mainly between a metallic and a non metallic atom.
What is food irradiation? Food irradiation is a processing technique that exposes food to electron beams, X-rays or gamma rays. The process produces a similar effect to pasteurisation, cooking or other forms of heat treatment, but with less effect on look and texture. Irradiated food has been exposed to radioactivity but does not become radioactive itself.
Additionally, tomatoes or more specifically tomato paste, are a lycopene-rich food which may help prevent sunburn, by protecting the skin from the inside-out. See, mom was right on the money when she told you to eat your fruits and vegetables. Not only do they taste great but also can help prevent skin cancer.