Question

Superficial rind pitting
(A). It is a physiological disorder causing serious damage to Shamouti orange
(B). The majority of the symptoms develop 3-5 weeks after harvest
(C). Ethylene increases the incidence
(D). Storage at $5~^\circ\text{C}$ increase the incidence}
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• A. (A), (B) and (D) only.
• B. (A) and (D) only.
• C. (A), (B) and (C) only.
• D. (B), (C) and (D) only.

Hint:

To minimize chilling injuries like superficial rind pitting, cold-sensitive citrus varieties should be conditioned at warmer temperatures prior to cold storage.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A