Question

Given figure represents a drupe of mango. Select the option that correctly identifies A, B, C and D.

• A. A - Pericarp, B - Epicarp, C - Mesocarp, D - Endocarp
• B. A - Epicarp, B - Mesocarp, C - Endocarp, D - Seed
• C. A - Mesocarp, B - Endocarp, C - Endocarp, D - Seed
• D. A - Epicarp, B - Mesocarp, C - Seed, D - Endocarp

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

A - Epicarp, B - Mesocarp, C - Endocarp, D - Seed

A - Epicarp, the outer leathery covering, that changes color from green to yellow)

B - Mesocarp, the central fleshy portion, also called the pulp, which is edible

C - Endocarp, inner stony covering, that encloses the seed

D - Seed

So, the correct answer is (b).