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Artificial ripening of fruits is caused by the treatment of

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IAA
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Ethylene
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The correct option is A Ethylene
Artificial ripening of fruits is caused by the treatment of ethylene. This process is achieved by spraying a commercial product Ethephon, that releases ethylene gradually on aerobic degradation. It is generally used for the faster ripening of cotton, wheat, coffee, tobacco, rice etc
So, the correct answer is 'Ethylene'

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