The figure above is a section of a drupe. The part numbered 2 is
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Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Epicarp is the outer skin or peel of the fruit.
Endocarp is the innermost layer that surrounds the seed.
Mesocarp is the middle, fleshy layer of the fruit.
Seed is the internal reproductive structure.
Pericarp refers to the entire fruit wall, which includes the epicarp, mesocarp, and endocarp.
Epicarp is the outer skin or peel of the fruit.
Endocarp is the innermost layer that surrounds the seed.
Mesocarp is the middle, fleshy layer of the fruit.
Seed is the internal reproductive structure.
Pericarp refers to the entire fruit wall, which includes the epicarp, mesocarp, and endocarp.