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    GlossaryEthylene

    colorless gas that acts as a plant hormone

    Ethylene, also known as ethene, is a simple hydrocarbon with the chemical formula C2H4. It is a colorless gas that acts as a plant hormone, playing a crucial role in the ripening of fruits and the regulation of plant growth and development. In industrial settings, ethylene is a key raw material used in the production of plastics, such as polyethylene, and other chemicals.

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