2013 · Science & TechnologyPrevious Year Question
Q36.
Fruits stored in a cold chamber exhibit longer storage life because
A. exposure to sunlight is prevented
B. concentration of carbon dioxide in the environment is increased
C. rate of respiration is decreased
D. there is an increase in humidity
Answer

C

Explanation

Respiration can be controlled by refrigerated storage. At lower temperatures, the rate of respiration in fruits decreases significantly, which slows down the ripening and decay process, thus extending storage life.