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1-methylcyclopropene

Term ID
CHEBI:132592
Synonyms
  • 1-MCP
  • 1-methylcycloprop-1-ene
  • 1-methylcyclopropene
  • EthylBloc
  • MCP
  • SmartFresh
Definition
A member of the class of cyclopropenes that is cyclopropene in which the hydrogen at position 1 has been replaced by a methyl group. A gas at room temperture and pressure, it is a (synthetic) ethylene perception inhibitor and is used to prolong the life of cut and potted flowers, other ornamental plants, and fruit.
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Ontology
ChEBI  ( EBI )
Relationships
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Phenotype
Phenotype resulting from 1-methylcyclopropene
Phenotype where environments contain 1-methylcyclopropene
Phenotype modified by environments containing 1-methylcyclopropene
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