Question

Fruits are formed from

• A. ovules
• B. ovary
• C. stamen
• D. pistil

Answer 1

The correct option is B

ovary

The correct option is B.

Explanation of the correct option :

1. The process of union or fusion of male and female gamete that results in the formation of a zygote is called fertilization.
2. In plants, after fertilisation, the ovary ripens and develops into a fruit.

Explanation of the incorrect option :
Option A :

• After fertilization, ovules will develop into seeds.

Option C :

• After fertilization, as stamen have done its work, they will dry and fall off.

Option D :

• After fertilization, as the pistil has done its work, it will dry and fall off.

Final answer: Fruits are formed from the ovary.