Answer to Question #113531 in Microbiology for Ibrahim jibrin

Question #113531

Explain why vegetables and fruits when kept in the refrigerator get spoilt.

Expert's answer

Ripe fruits and vegetables emit ethylene gas. Ethylene accelerates the crossing and spoiling of fruits and vegetables

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