Which of the following does not occur when fruit ripens?
A) Flavor becomes more tart and astringent
B) Organic acids decrease and change
C) Pectin changes to water soluble form, causing a softening of texture
D) Starch is converted to sugar
E) None of the above

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During the ripening process, fruits typically become sweeter, not more tart and astringent, as organic acids decrease and sugars increase. This is opposite to what is described in option A.

Which of the Following Does Not Occur When Fruit Ripens