Plant Growth and DevelopmentHard
Question
Which combination of gases is suitable for fruit ripening
Options
A.80% CO2 and 20% CH2
B.0% CH4 and 20% CO2
C.80% CO2 and 20% O2
D.80% C2H4 and 20% CO2
Solution
Ethyene is a gaseous hormone which promotes ripening of friuits. Methionine amino acid is precuresor molecule for ethylene synthesis. Ethylene synthesis takes place in all parts of a plant such as roots, stems, leves, fruits, seeds etc.
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