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Chapter 1

: Introduction<br>1.1 Background and Motivation<br>1.2 Objectives of the Study<br>1.3 Importance of Shelf Life Extension<br>1.4 Rationale for Using Edible Coatings<br>1.5 Scope and Limitations<br>1.6 Definition of Key Terms<br>1.7 Organization of the Thesis<br><br>####

Chapter 2

: Literature Review<br>2.1 Post-Harvest Losses in the Fruit and Vegetable Sector<br>2.2 Principles and Mechanisms of Edible Coatings<br>2.3 Previous Research on Shelf Life Extension<br>2.4 Comparison with Conventional Preservation Methods<br>2.5 Gaps in Current Knowledge<br>2.6 Theoretical Framework<br>2.7 Summary of Key Findings<br><br>####

Chapter 3

: Methodology<br>3.1 Selection of Coating Materials and Formulations<br>3.2 Experimental Setup and Procedures<br>3.3 Shelf Life Assessment Methods<br>3.4 Quality Parameters and Sensory Evaluation<br>3.5 Data Collection and Analysis Plan<br>3.6 Statistical Techniques<br>3.7 Ethical Considerations<br><br>####

Chapter 4

: Results<br>4.1 Effects of Edible Coatings on Shelf Life<br>4.2 Influence on Physicochemical Properties<br>4.3 Consumer Acceptance and Preference<br>4.4 Cost-Benefit Analysis<br>4.5 Comparison with Control Groups<br>4.6 Discussion on Statistical Significance<br>4.7 Implications for Sustainable Agriculture<br><br>####

Chapter 5

: Discussion<br>5.1 Interpretation of Results<br>5.2 Practical Applications and Benefits<br>5.3 Challenges and Constraints<br>5.4 Future Research Directions<br>5.5 Conclusion and Summary of Findings<br>5.6 Recommendations for Agricultural Practices<br>5.7 Policy Implications for Food Industry <br></p>