Ethylene C2H4 gas is used for the ripening of fruits. It is a natural hormone used by plants. Ethylene acts as a hormone in plants, stimulating the ripening of fruits, opening flowers, and shedding leaves. Ethylene, C2H4, is a colorless flammable gas and is the simplest alkene. It works by coordinating the expression of genes responsible for various processes, including a rise in respiration, autocatalytic ethylene production, and changes in color, texture, aroma, and flavor. It regulates the ripening and senescence (aging) of plants which gives uniform ripening and the result is better quality and consumer eating experience.
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