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Which of the following statements about ethene is true?
Try the question, check the answer, then read the explanation to understand the curriculum point.
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Topic
Plant hormones (biology only)
Question
- A. Ethene is used to inhibit fruit ripening.
- B. Ethene is a synthetic hormone.
- C. Ethene is a natural plant hormone.
- D. Ethene has no agricultural applications.
Answer
Ethene is a natural plant hormone.
Explanation
Ethene is a naturally occurring plant hormone that plays a crucial role in the ripening of fruits.
Common mistake
Misunderstanding Ethene's Role
Students often confuse ethene's role in fruit ripening with other plant hormones, thinking all hormones are responsible for the same processes.
Focus on the specific function of ethene in controlling fruit ripening and differentiate it from the roles of other hormones like auxins and gibberellins.
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