Question

The edible portion of mango is

• A. Epicarp
• B. Endocarp
• C. Mesocarp
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Mesocarp

The correct option is C.

The explanation for the correct option:

1. Mango is a drupe as it consists of the pericarp and seed.
2. The pericarp consists of three parts: the epicarp which is the outer skin, the mesocarp, the fleshy and edible part, and the woody endocarp which consists of the seed.

The explanation for the incorrect options:

Option A:

Epicarp is the outermost layer of the pericarp and is the skin of the mango fruit. Epicarp is not edible.

Option B:

Endocarp is the inner woody part of the pericarp that contains the seed. The seed along with the endocarp is known as a stone. The endocarp is not edible.

Final answer: The edible portion of mango is mesocarp.