Table 2 shows weight loss during storage of uncoated mangoes
compared to coated fruit. All samples underwent a gradual loss of
weight during storage. Loss of weight of uncoated fruit was
significantly greater than that of coated fruit after 5 days. At the
end of storage, untreated mangoes showed 2.8% loss in weight,
whereas the weight losses of coated samples were around 1.5%.
These results highlight a protective action of coating against
moisture loss, which has also been reported by several authors
(Ali et al., 2011 Vásconez et al., 2009). The reduction in water loss
can be attributed to an additional barrier against diffusion through
the stomata (Paull et al., 1989). As can be observed in Table 2,
incorporation of LPOS with and without iodine into the