RipeningDefinition (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ripening) Ripening is a process in fruits that causes them to become more palatable. In general, a fruit becomes sweeter, less green, and softer as it ripens. Even though the acidity of fruit increases as it ripens, the higher acidity level does not make the fruit seem tarter, which can lead to the misunderstanding that the riper the fruit the sweeter. This is attributed to the Brix-Acid Ratio. (Wikipedia) Preferred Units: N/A Scope Note:
N/A This term is used for the following terms:
Aging of products
Maturation of products
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