Fruits
Fruits are the mature ovary of a flowering plant, usually containing seeds. They come in a variety of shapes, sizes, colors, and flavors. Fruits are an important part of a healthy diet and are rich in vitamins, minerals, and fiber.
Types of Fruits
- Fleshy Fruits: These fruits have a soft, edible flesh surrounding the seeds. Examples include apples, oranges, and berries.
- Dry Fruits: These fruits have a hard outer covering that protects the seeds. Examples include nuts, beans, and grains.
- Aggregate Fruits: These fruits form from multiple ovaries in a single flower. Examples include strawberries and blackberries.
- Multiple Fruits: These fruits develop from the fusion of the ovaries of multiple flowers. Examples include pineapples and figs.
Study Guide
- What is a fruit?
- What are the two main categories of fruits?
- Give examples of fleshy fruits.
- Give examples of dry fruits.
- What are aggregate fruits? Provide examples.
- What are multiple fruits? Provide examples.
- Why are fruits an important part of a healthy diet?
Studying fruits is not only fascinating, but it also helps us understand the diversity of plant life and the importance of fruits in our diets. Enjoy learning about the wonderful world of fruits!
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