Ethylene concentration for degreening is

A. 10 ppm

B. 30 ppm

C. 20 ppm

D. 40 ppm

Answer: Option C

Solution(By Examveda Team)

Degreening is the process of removing the green coloring from the skin of citrus fruit, with the motive to show it as ripe. This is achieved by adding a measured amount of ethylene gas in a temperature and humidity controlled environment. It is approximately 20 ppm.