It is a hormone produced naturally within the fruits to stimulate ripening process. Ethylene, being a natural hormone does not pose any health hazard to consumers. External application of ethylene gas generated from various sources such as ethylene gas cylinders, compressed ethylene gas, ethanol, ethephon, etc. .
Ethylene is regarded as a multifunctional phytohormone that regulates both growth, and senescence. It promotes or inhibits growth and senescence processes depending on its concentration, timing of application, and the plant species.
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