Compound that ripens bananas NYT Crossword Clue
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The most common and recent 6-letter answer for "Compound that ripens bananas" is ETHENE.
Ethene, also known as ethylene, is a plant hormone that promotes the ripening of fruits such as bananas. The clue refers to this chemical compound's role in the ripening process.
This clue was last seen in the NYT Crossword on January 11, 2026.
Ethene is a colorless gas that acts as a plant hormone involved in the ripening of fruits.
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The answer to “Compound that ripens bananas” in the New York Times puzzle January 11 2026 is ETHENE. Quite straight and simple! Complete your daily NYT Mini challenge with this solution.
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