Question
Biology Question on Plant Growth Regulators
Climacteric is
A
a phenomenon related to fruit ripening
B
the condition of a plant when all its fruits are almost ripe
C
the condition of a plant when most of its leaves have turned yellow
D
none of the above
Answer
a phenomenon related to fruit ripening
Explanation
Solution
The correct option is(A): a phenomenon related to fruit ripening.
It is a phenomenon that is related to fruit ripening. Climacteric is the reproductive stage that marks the critical period of ripening of fruits, by increasing the production of ethylene. Ethylene is the plant hormone that plays a role in the ripening process. There is a rapid increase in the rate of respiration and other changes like colour, flavour, aroma etc.