Plant Growth And Development Question 125
Question: The ripening of fruits can be accelerated by [DPMT 1979, 85]
Options:
A) Reducing the supply of water to plant when fruits are maturing
B) Increasing the supply of nitrogen to the atmosphere surrounding them
C) Warming up the surroundings artificially
D) Artificially adding ethylene gas to the atmosphere surrounding them
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Answer:
Correct Answer: D
Solution:
Ethylene is unique in that it it found only in gaseous form, are accelerated ripening of fruits, leaves abscission and promotes senescence.
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