Question: In Pomegranate, disorder that cannot be identified externally, whereas the arils become soft, light creamy-brown to dark blackish-brown and unfit for consumption? (IBPS AFO 2021)
Options:
Internal breakdown of Pomegranate
Cracking
Fruit Sucking moth
External breakdown
✅Explanation: The disorder described, where the arils of pomegranate become soft and discolored without external symptoms, is known as Internal breakdown of Pomegranate. This condition is not easily identifiable externally, making it challenging to detect until the fruit is cut open, revealing the undesirable changes in texture and color within the arils. Internal breakdown can be influenced by factors such as storage conditions, handling practices, and the physiological characteristics of the pomegranate variety.