Respiration In Plants Question 23
Question: When an unripe banana is sealed in a polythene bag, it remains green for many days. But if an apple is also sealed in the same bag, the banana ripens and turns yellow within a few days. The reason is that apple [BHU 1994]
Options:
A) Removes $ O_2 $ released by the banana and thus promotes ripening
B) Produces $ CO_2 $ which promotes ripening
C) Removes $ CO_2 $ which inhibits ripening
D) Releases ethylene which promotes ripening
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Answer:
Correct Answer: D
Solution:
In apple, gaseous hormone ethylene is produced which helps in ripening of banana to convert it yellow.
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