Question
Which chemical compound is commonly used for artificial
ripening of mangoes?Solution
Calcium carbide (CaCâ‚‚) is widely used for artificially ripening mangoes. When calcium carbide comes in contact with moisture, it produces acetylene gas, which functions similarly to ethylene, the natural ripening agent. However, calcium carbide is carcinogenic and its use for fruit ripening poses serious health risks, including neurological disorders, ulcers, hypoxia, and memory loss.
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