Q276
Type of fruit in citrus is
A.
Balausta
B.
Hespidium
AnswerC.
Pepo
D.
Pome
Answer: Option B
Solution
Answer: Option B
Solution:
The type of fruit in citrus is Hespidium.Hesperidium is a modified berry resulting from a single ovary. Citrus fruits are classified as a hesperidium.
The fruit consists of 8 - 16 carpels that form the core of the fruit or segments that contain the seeds and juice. Citrus fruits are characterized by the presence of an outer rind or skin.