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Which hormone is responsible for fruit ripening?
- Ethylene
- Auxin
- Ethyl chloride
- Cytokinin
Answer
(1) Ethylene
Solution
As per NCERT, ethylene is a simple gaseous PGR; it enhances respiration rate during ripening of fruits (respiratory climacteric) and promotes fruit ripening.
Answer: (1)
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