Question

The pericarp of the fruit develops from

• A. Ovary wall
• B. Endosperm
• C. Tapetum
• D. Epidermis

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Ovary wall

The correct option is A.
The explanation for the correct option:

1. The pericarp of the fruit develops from ovary wall.
2. Pericarp consists of three layers, namely epicarp, mesocarp, and endocarp.
3. The pericarp is a fruit coat that surrounds the whole seed and has two portions inner pericarp and outer pericarp.

The explanation for the incorrect options:
Option B

Endosperms are found in angiosperms where it surrounds and nourishes the embryo.
Option C

Tapetum is an outer covering of anther.
Option D

The epidermis is an outer covering of skin.
Final answer: The pericarp of the fruit develops from the ovary wall.