An apple tree can be made to bear larger sized fruits by
A
Decapitation
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B
Defoliation
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C
Dehydration
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D
Thinning of blossom
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Solution
The correct option is D Thinning of blossom
Most trees including apple tree usually produce more fruits than they can bear. These excessive fruit compete with each other for nutrients and thus remain small. To overcome this problem, fruit thinning is done. It has several benefits. It produced bigger and healthier fruits as it allows each fruit to develop to its maximum size. Hence, the tree can bear less number of larger sized fruits. It also promotes regular bearing.