Question

In dry fruits, the entire pericarp becomes dry at maturity.

• A. True
• B. False

Answer 1

The correct option is A True

Fruits:

1. After fertilization the zygote forms the embryo, the ovule grows into a seed and the ovary develops into a fruit.
2. Fruits are composed of 2 portions- Pericarp and seed.

Pericarp:
The pericarp layer is formed from the ovary and consists of three layers:

1. Exocarp or Epicarp- Outermost layer which forms the skin of the fruit.
2. Mesocarp- Fleshy middle part
3. Endocarp- Innermost layer

Dry fruits:

1. The fruits whose pericarp is not further distinguished are referred to as dry fruits.
2. Their entire pericarp becomes dry at maturity.
   

Final answer: The given statement is true.