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    Hardness - Texture Profile Analysis
    Theory:

    Hardness is given by the peak load of the initial compression. Peak hardness tends to occur at the max compression depth although this is not always true.

    Fixture:

    The peak load of the first chew compression is a primary attribute of all foods and therefore can be tested with all food compression testing fixtures.

    Analysis:

    The calculation for Hardness if extremely simple and just involves logging the peak load value of the first chew.

     

    Hardness is a critical component for testing Gumminess, 

    Associated Definitions:

    Gumminess

    Hardness

    Texture Profile Analysis

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