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Bananas can be prevented from over-ripening by
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- maintaining them at room temperature
- refrigeration
- dipping in ascorbic acid solution
- storing in a freezer
Correct Option: C
Ascorbic acid is an organic acid with antioxidant properties. Its appearance is white to light yellow crystals or powder. It is water soluble. The L-enantiomer of ascorbic acid is commonly known as Vitamin C. Ascorbic acid is easily oxidized and so is used as a reductant in photographic developer solutions and as a preservative.
