Question

What is the difference between false fruit and true fruit? Under which category does the apple fall and why?

Hint:

True fruits = ovary only; False fruits = ovary + other floral parts. Apple = false fruit.

Answer 1

True Fruit: - A true fruit develops only from the ovary of the flower after fertilization. - Example: Mango, Tomato, Grapes. False Fruit: - A false fruit develops not only from the ovary but also from other floral parts such as thalamus, receptacle, or perianth. - Example: Apple, Strawberry, Cashew. Apple Category: - The apple is a false fruit because its edible fleshy part is formed from the thalamus (receptacle) and not just the ovary. Conclusion: Thus, the apple falls under false fruits due to its origin from floral parts in addition to the ovary.