and consequent softening due to cell wall dismantling carried out by different and
specifically expressed enzymes. The effect of various chemical treatments on the ripening of
mango fruit (Mangifera indica) was investigated at physiological and biochemical level.
Based on changes in respiration, firmness, pH, total soluble sugar and a cell wall degrading
enzyme pectate lyase (PEL) activity, treatment with 1-methylcyclopropene (1-MCP), silver …