Table 3.
Effect of photoperiod on textural profile of ground broiler meat patties.
| Treatment | Hardness (g) | Resilience (%) | Cohesion | Springiness (%) | Gumminess | Chewiness |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20L:4D | 5,580 | 24.7 | 0.498 | 68.7 | 2,800 | 1,920 |
| 18L:6D | 5,220 | 24.9 | 0.497 | 69.4 | 2,600 | 1,820 |
| 16L:8D | 5,410 | 24.6 | 0.498 | 67.8 | 2,700 | 1,840 |
| 12L:12D | 5,150 | 25.2 | 0.491 | 69.2 | 2,550 | 1,790 |
| SEM | 375 | 0.7 | 0.011 | 3.0 | 241 | 204 |
| Significance of P-value | 0.698 | 0.927 | 0.947 | 0.877 | 0.819 | 0.948 |