Property |
Specification |
Appearance |
Brownish-yellow to light tan, fibrous root |
Color |
Light brown, yellowish interior |
Odor |
Pungent, aromatic, slightly spicy |
Taste |
Spicy, hot, and slightly sweet |
Texture |
Firm, fleshy when fresh; dry and brittle when dried |
Density |
0.6 - 0.8 g/cm³ |
Melting Point |
N/A (typically consumed as dried or fresh) |
Solubility |
Insoluble in water, soluble in alcohol and oils |
Moisture Content |
10% to 12% |
pH Level |
5.0 - 6.0 |
Particle Size |
N/A (depends on form: whole, powdered, or sliced) |