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Types of Fruits

Types of Fruits
Ture FruitsFruit which is derived only from the single ovary of a single flower and in the development of which no other part outside the ovary has taken part is called the true fruit e.g. Mango.
False FruitsWhen apart from the ovary other floral parts also tak part in the formation of fruit, it is called as false fruit. e.g. Apple, Banana and Strawberry.
Simple FruitsA simple fruit is one in which ovary takes part in development e.g. Bean, Mustard, Citrus.
Aggregate FruitIn an aggregate fruit each free carpel develops independently to form a bunch of fruits e.g. Strawberry, Custard apple.
Composite FruitA composite or multiple fruit develops from an inflorescence by the fusion of flowers and their parts e.g. Pineapple.
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