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UPPSC 2021 GS-I General science
Question

Fruits stored in a cold chamber exhibit longer storage life because:

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option C: rate of respiration is decreased

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “rate of respiration is decreased”.
Fruits when stored in a cold chamber exhibit a longer storage life because their rate of respiration is decreased.

In an attempt to extend the shelf life of fruits and vegetables they are stored in cold storage which slows down the ripening process and fruits and vegetables stay fresh for longer.

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