CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2012 · Paper 1 · Question Q26
Bananas produced in the Caribbean are exported to markets all over the world. The bananas are harvested mature but still green, yet must arrive at the markets ready to eat. Which of the following procedures ensures that the fruit is still marketable after shipping?
- (A)Ethylene application and chilling during shipping
- (B)Storage of the fruit in chillers with minimum lighting
- (C)Use of carbon dioxide during shipping and ethylene application later
- (D)Storage of the fruit in chillers followed by increased temperature when approaching port
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