Bananas can be prevented from overripening by
Correct answer: C. Dipping in ascorbic acid solution
- A. Maintaining them at room temperature
- B. Refrigeration
- C. Dipping in ascorbic acid solution
- D. Storing in a freezer
Explanation
The correct answer is Option C: dipping in ascorbic acid solution. Ascorbic acid acts as an antioxidant and can inhibit the effects of ethylene gas, which is responsible for the ripening process in fruits like bananas. By reducing the action of ethylene, ascorbic acid helps prevent overripening.Option A, maintaining bananas at room temperature, allows bananas to ripen naturally and does not prevent overripening.Option B, refrigeration, slows down ripening but is not as effective as ascorbic acid in preventing overripening.Option D, storing in a freezer, stops ripening but also negatively affects the texture of bananas, making them unsuitable for fresh consumption after thawing.
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