INTRODUCTION TO FOOD TECHNOLOGY
DEFINITION OF FOOD TECHNOLOGY
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Question
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What gas is released from fruit as they ripen?
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Oxygen
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Carbon-dioxide
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Ethylene
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Chlorophyll
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Ethylene: ↑ A gas (C2H4) produced by plants, and known as the “ripening hormone, ‘’ which stimulates fruit ripening.
Detailed explanation-2: -Ethylene (C2H4) is a gas produced naturally by fruits and vegetables during its metabolism. It is a hormone that controls the growth, ripening and ageing of fruits and vegetables.
Detailed explanation-3: -Ethylene is a gas released by some fruits and vegetables that causes produce to ripen faster.
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