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The sprouting of onion and potatoes can be delayed by the process of ____________

Freezing is the process in which vegetables are stored at a temperature at 0°C. At this temperature, there is no growth of microorganisms and all metabolic reactions are delayed.

Sprouting is the process of germination of seeds. Since all metabolic reactions are delayed in freezing there will be no sprouting.

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