Question

Pericarp develops from________.

• A. Thalamus
• B. Pedicel
• C. Walls of ovary
• D. Ovules

Answer 1

The correct option is C Walls of ovary

• The pericarp or fruit wall develops from the wall of the ovary. It may be thin or thick depending on the kind of fruit. In, Tomatoes and papaya it is soft and fleshy, while in grams it is dry.
• The pericarp is made up of three parts- Epicarp, Mesocarp and Endocarp.
• Thus, Option C is correct.