Generation of microaerophilic atmosphere

摘要

A gas generating package includes gas producing material present at a stoichiometric amount such that when contacted with water hydrogen is generated at a level sufficient to combine with a portion of the oxygen present in a closed container into which the package is placed. A catalyst for the hydrogen-oxygen reaction is provided exterior of the package. The package also includes a wick treated to permit introduction of water to the gas producing material at a predetermined level and rate.