Edible part of tamarind is

Mesocarp

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Epicarp and mesocarp

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Endocarp

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Pericarp

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Solution

The correct option is A Mesocarp
Tamarind consists of Lomentum type of fruit.
-Lomentum: It develops like a legume. Fruits are constricted or divided in one-seeded mericarp after maturity these are separated with each other. Ex-Tamarind, Cassia fistula, Mimosa pudica, Arachis hypogea, Desmodium.
-In tamarind the edible part is Mesocarp.
So, the correct answer is 'Option A- Mesocarp'.

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