Practice mode Horticulture

What causes chilling injury in fruit?

Correct answer D. All of the above

Explanation

Chilling disrupts membranes and respiration, so ethanol, acetaldehyde and other toxic compounds accumulate, leading to pitting, browning and breakdown of tissue.

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