Why Do Farmers Spray Seedless Grapes with Gibberellins

question 73

Multiple Choice

Why do farmers spray seedless grapes with gibberellins?

• A) to delay ripening until the grapes reach their market
• B) to enhance the sweetness of the grapes
• C) to make the grapes grow larger
• D) to alter the color of the grape skins
• E) to force the grapes to ripen earlier

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