Question

Which of the labelled parts in the transverse section of tomato fruit is diploid?

• A. X
• B. Y
• C. Both X and Y
• D. None of these

Answer 1

The correct option is C Both X and Y

In the given figure of tomato fruit, X and Y are shown which represents:

X - Seeds

Y - Pericarp

Pericarp is derived from the ovary wall that is part of the female reproductive structure present in a flower hence it is diploid in nature while seeds contain an embryo that is formed after the fusion of male and female gametes hence also diploid in nature.

So, the correct option is 'Both X and Y'.