Question

    Which among the following is an example of Pseudocarpic fruit?

    A Pineapple Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Burdock Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Strawberry Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D None of the above Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    A strawberry is an example of a pseudocarpic fruit, which means that the edible, fleshy part is derived from tissue that is not part of the ovary. In strawberries, it’s the receptacle that becomes fleshy and edible.

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