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Because in the equation for photosynthesis
carbon dioxide + water + light = sugar + oxygen
so sugar collects in tomatoes through photosynthesis
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Are tomatoes ripening created by ethylene or bacteria?
Ethylene promotes fruit (including tomatoes) ripening.
Why are raw tomatoes green?
Raw tomatoes are not necessarily green. Tomatoes that haven't finished ripening are green.
What are the release dates for Attack of the Killer Tomatoes - 1990 The Ripening Disaster 2-1?
Attack of the Killer Tomatoes - 1990 The Ripening Disaster 2-1 was released on: USA: 7 September 1991
What causes tomatoes to ripen much more slowly in a refrigerator than they do if left on a table at a room temperature?
Low temperatures reduce the action of ripening enzymes. When tomatoes are stored in a refrigerator the colder temperature causes ripening enzymes to slow down, which slows the ripening process.
My tomato plants are not ripening is there anything you can do?
Tomatoes don't take to extremesIf the weather has been extremely hot they are late in ripening Try to cover your tomatoes with a light weight veggie gardencover sold at most gardening centers Tomatoes don't likeextreme temperatures
Is it necessary to refrigerate tomatoes?
You can put tomatoes on a table and let them continue to ripen. Refrigerating tomatoes slow the ripening process so they stay frim longer
Do tomatoes have sugar in?
yes! tomatoes have sugar. they contain sweet juice with lots of salt and sugar.
What cause an apple to?
Bacteria breaking down the items is what causes things to rot. When fruits such as apples, bananas and tomatoes ripen, they give off a gas called ethylene. Ethylene gas accelerates the ripening process, which will lead to over ripening.
Do crickets eat ripening tomatoes?
yes, crickets eat almost anything from dog food to cardboard boxes
Can you freeze green tomatoes without damage?
Yes, you can. We slice them for fried green tomatoes later, and freeze the slices in zip lock baggies. The quality isn't as good as fresh, but it works just fine, and is a great way to preserve those late-ripening tomatoes.
When you wrap green tomatoes in newspaper to delay ripening do you keep them at room temp or in the fridge?
Store the green tomatoes wrapped in newspaper at room temperature. Putting them in the fridge can cause chilling injury and affect their flavor and texture. Check them regularly to monitor their ripening progress.
What does ketchup have in it?
Tomatoes vinegar and sugar are the main ingredients.
