Theoretical and experimental studies were conducted to determine the role of 1-MCP in biosynthesis ethylene cape gooseberry fruits (Physalis peruviana L.), ecotype Colombia. A completely randomized design was used with 3 treatments: (1000 μL ethephon L−1), (1 a control no applications. At 1, 6 11 days after treatment, volatile compounds, firmness color measured. The enzymatic activities ACC oxi...