Question

Geocarpic fruit is

• A. Carrot
• B. Groundnut
• C. Radish
• D. Orange

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Groundnut

The correct option is B.

Explanation of the correct option:

1. Geocarpy is a very rare type of plant reproduction.
2. These plants produce diaspores within the soil.
3. Groundnut is the best example of geocarpic fruit.

Explanation of the incorrect options:

Option A:

Carrot is a modified root and stores food.

Option C:

Radish is a modified root and stores food.

Option D:

Orange is a citrus fruit and it is a modified berry known as a hesperidium.

Final answer: An example of geocarpic fruit is groundnut.