Multiple choice

Among the following ------------------- is a volatile compound present in ripe tomatoes.

  1. hexanitrodiphenylamine

  2. cis-3-Hexenal

  3. Hippuric acid

  4. Histidine

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B Correct answer
Explanation

cis-3-Hexenal is a colourless liquid and an aroma compound with an intense grassy-green odour of freshly cut green grass and leaves. It is one of the major volatile compounds in ripe tomatoes. It is produced in small amounts by most plants and it acts as an attractant to many predatory insects.