Question
Which one of the following is a commonly used chemical for extending the vase life of cut carnations during storage and transport?
Solution
Silver thiosulphate (STS) acts as an ethylene action inhibitor and is widely used in post-harvest management of ethylene-sensitive flowers like carnation.
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