Puffiness is a physiological disorder of which crop? (RJ AAO 2015)

✅Explanation: Puffiness in tomatoes is a physiological disorder where the fruit develops hollow spaces or air pockets within the walls, resulting in a puffy or inflated appearance. It is primarily caused by imbalances in plant nutrition, particularly low potassium levels or excessive nitrogen fertilization.

📌 Other Options Explanations:

• Here are some other tomato disorders:
-Blossom End Rot (BER): Dark, sunken lesion on the blossom end of the fruit, becoming leathery and brown. Caused by calcium deficiency, water stress, high temperatures, salt buildup, or root damage.
-Catfacing: Distorted, ribbed, or scarred fruit, often with cavities. Caused by exposure to extreme temperatures, hormone imbalance, or pesticide damage.
-Sunscald: White or yellowish patches on exposed fruit surfaces. Caused by intense sunlight, high temperatures, or inadequate shading.
-Cracking: Radial or concentric cracks on the fruit surface. Caused by sudden changes in temperature or humidity, rapid growth, or excessive water uptake.