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Discuss the classification of fruits.
Discuss the classification of fruits. What are the different types of fruits?
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· Fruit: Definition
Fruits are formed by seeds that grow under different climatic and other resources like water requirement and temperature. They can be eaten and cherished once sweet and readily edible. However, it is very important to have knowledge about fruits. In other words, not all fruits are juicy as they may look, some are not edible, as they are not suitable for human digestive system.
· Fruit: Types
The fruits are broadly divided into four types, namely:
1. Simple fruits
Example- Apple, Plums, Nuts
2. Aggregate fruits
Example- Raspberry, Blackberry
3. Multiple fruits
Example- Pineapple, Mulberry
4. Accessory fruits
Example- false fruits (which are grown naturally through seeds)
· Fruit: Classification
The fruits are broadly classified into the above-mentioned types on the basis of their texture, consumption and availability.
When classified, here is a brief segregation:
a) Nuts
b) Berries
c) Legume
d) Drupe
e) Caryopsis
f) Achene
I hope this answer helps! 😊
