NEET BIOLOGY

STRUCTURAL ORGANISTION OF PLANTS AND ANIMALS

ANATOMY OF FLOWERING PLANTS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Why is fruit formed around an apple seed?
A
Fruit is formed around the seed to protect it.
B
Fruit is not formed around the seed.
C
Fruit is everywhere.
D
Fruit is different color.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -In order to protect the seeds from desiccation, the fruit forms a protective covering around the seeds during the maturation process of the fruit.

Detailed explanation-2: -One of the main functions of a fruit is to spread the seeds and allow the plant to reproduce.

Detailed explanation-3: -The main function of fruit is to disperse and protect the seeds. A fruit contains seeds and many fruits attract animals that feed on them. The fruit also helps in preventing the seeds from getting dry. Fruit also serves as a physical barrier in the process of seed development.

Detailed explanation-4: -The fruit protects the seeds and also helps to spread them. Many fruits are good to eat and attract small animals, such as birds and squirrels, who like to feed on them. The seeds pass through them unharmed, and then get spread through their droppings.

Detailed explanation-5: -Explanation: The fruits protect the seeds enclosed in the ovary. The seeds mature in the fruit by taking essential requirements. The mature seeds retain the capacity of germination for a long period.

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