Ethylene stimulates fruit ripening by stimulating
A) the transport of hydrogen ions out of the cell.
B) the production of amylase for starch breakdown.
C) bacterial activity which softens the fruit.
D) cellulase to break down cellulose in cell walls.
E) mitosis of cells within the fruit to promote fruit growth.

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Ethylene stimulates the production of enzymes like cellulase, which break down cellulose in the cell walls, leading to fruit softening during ripening.

Ethylene Stimulates Fruit Ripening by Stimulating