HORTICULTURE SCIENCE
FLORICULTURE
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Question
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The function (s) of floral preservatives is (are) to;
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supply a bactericide
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provide sugar
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acidify the solution
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all of these
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Citric Acid: One key ingredient in a preservative solution that is critical for the handling of field-grown cut flowers is citric acid, which is used to lower the pH.
Detailed explanation-2: -Floral preservatives are used for three main reasons: to lower the pH in the flower, to reduce bacteria growth in the flower and to replenish the food source in the flower.
Detailed explanation-3: -There are three main ingredients in commercial floral preservatives; sugar (food), bactericide, and an acidifier.
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