The coconut water and the edible part of coconut are ........................

Mesocarp

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Epicarp

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Endosperm and embryo

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Endocarp

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The correct option is B Endosperm and embryo
The endosperm is initially in its nuclear phase suspended within the coconut water. As development continues, cellular layers of endosperm deposit along with the walls of the coconut, becoming the edible coconut 'flesh'. The clear liquid coconut water within is potable. The coconut fruit is a drupe, not a true nut.

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