Q33 / 180 · NEET 2020 (Phase 2) · Botany

In some plants thalamus contributes to fruit formation. Such fruits are termed as:

  • Correct answer
    A
    False fruits
  • B
    Aggregate fruits
  • C
    True fruits
  • D
    Parthenocarpic fruit

Solution

A true fruit is one which is developed from the ovary.  E.g. Orange, Tomato, Pea.  

A false or pseudocarp is one in which other parts of the flower such as the thalamus, receptacle or calyx may also grow and form a part of the fruit. E.g. Apple and Pear.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'A'.

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