Artificial ripening of fruit is carried out by

Auxin

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Gibberellin

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Abscisic acid

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Ethylene

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Solution

The correct option is D Ethylene
Ethylene is sprayed on fruits to promote artificial ripening, which is very commonly seen in fruit shops.
Ethylene is applied on fruits in the form of a spray. It acts to the fruit cell wall made of pectin or cellulose and promotes ripening.

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