Question

The outer skin of a fruit is called:

• A. Mesocarp
• B. Endocarp
• C. Epicarp
• D. Seed

Answer 1

The correct option is C Epicarp

The pericarp is the wall of a ripened ovary or a fruit. It consists of three layers, namely, the epicarp/exocarp, mesocarp, and endocarp.

1) Epicarp is the outer layer of the fruit.

2) Mesocarp is the middle layer that is fleshy.

3) Endocarp is the inner layer surrounding the seed.

So, the correct answer is 'Epicarp'.