Multiple choice

Which gas is used in the artificial ripening of fruits?

  1. Acetylene

  2. Methane

  3. Ethane

  4. Butane
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Explanation

Acetylene (C2H2) is used in artificial fruit ripening, typically produced by reacting calcium carbide with water. It mimics the natural ripening hormone ethylene. Calcium carbide is commonly used in commercial fruit ripening despite health concerns.

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