Science 101: How do fruits ripen?

by: Steven A. Sargent

Most people love to eat fresh fruits, and today there are dozens to choose from—from “standard” fruits like apple, orange, and banana to more exotic fruits like mango, star fruit, and lychee. But how exactly do fruits ripen to taste so good?

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Type Journal ArticlePub Date 1/1/2005Stock # sc05_042_04_48Volume 042Issue 04

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