Directions: Choose the explanation that is closest in meaning to the underlined part in each sentence Mushrooms are so sensitive to physical insult that even careful “one-touch” picking and packing can activate an enzyme that hastens their decay.
A.
treating with disrespect or scornful abuse
B.
disrespectful abusive remark or action
C.
an event which causes damage to a tissue or organ
D.
a thing so worthless or contemptible as to be o ensive