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    Question

    A simple one seeded fruit with pericarp fused with the

    seed coat is known as :
    A Caryopsis Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Achene Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Nut Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Cypsela Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    A caryopsis is a type of simple, one-seeded fruit where the pericarp (fruit wall) is fused with the seed coat . It is characteristic of the Gramineae or Poaceae family , which includes cereals like wheat, rice, and corn.

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