NEET Biology NEET PYQ-Fruits

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    Which combination of gases is suitable for fruit ripening?                             [AIPMT 1998]

    A) \[80%\text{ }{{C}_{2}}{{H}_{4}}\]and \[20%\text{ }C{{O}_{2}}\]

    B) \[80%\text{ }C{{O}_{2}}\] and \[20%\text{ }C{{H}_{2}}\]

    C) \[80%\text{ }C{{H}_{4}}\] and \[20%\text{ }C{{O}_{2}}\]                                          

    D) \[80%\text{ }C{{O}_{2}}\] and \[20%\text{ }{{O}_{2}}\]

    Correct Answer: A

    Solution :

    [a] Ethylene is a gaseous hormone which promotes ripening of fruits. Methionine amino acid is precursor molecule for ethylene synthesis. Ethylene synthesis takes place in all parts of a plant such as roots, stem, leaves fruits, seeds etc.


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