Which of the following floral parts forms pericarp after fertilization?
A
Nucellus
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B
Outer integument
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C
Ovary wall
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D
Inner integument
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Solution
The correct option is C Ovary wall The matured ovary after fertilization brings forth the fruit, which is either fleshy or dry and may or may not bear seeds. The ovary wall becomes the pericarp and is fleshy as in apples or is dry as found in corn.