What Is Artificial Ripening

Most fruits produce a gaseous compound called ethylene that starts the ripening process. … In artificial ripening, this process is mimicked using chemicals. The most commonly used chemical is called ethephon (2-chloroethylphosphonic acid). It penetrates into the fruit and decomposes ethylene.

What is meant by artificial ripening?

Artificial ripening is done to achieve faster and more uniform ripening characteristics. … Usually fruits produce ethylene gas, a plant hormone, naturally that ripens the fruits.

Is artificial ripening bad?

The symptoms of arsenic or phosphorus poisoning are diarrhea, weakness, vomiting, burning sensation in the chest and abdomen, burning of skin and eyes, permanent eye damage, difficulty in swallowing, irritation in nose, mouth, and throat. 3. Consumption of fruits which are ripened artificially leads to stomach upset.