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Components of quality factors of fruits and vegetables.
| External quality factors | Internal quality factors |
|---|---|
| Size | Flavour |
| Weight, volume, dimension | Sweetness, Sourness, Astringency, Aroma |
| Shape | Texture |
| Diameter/depth ratio | Firmness, Crispness, Juiciness |
| Colour | Nutrition |
| Uniformity intensity | Carbohydrates, Proteins, Vitamins, Functional property |
| Defect | Defect |
| Bruise, stab, spot | Internal cavity, Water core, Frost damage, Rotten |
