Chapter 25, Problem 7STP

Summary Introduction

Introduction :

The aggregate fruits are the fruits, which develop from many pistils. The examples of these fruits include berries, such as strawberries, black berries, etc.

Answer to Problem 7STP

Correct answer :

Option (A).

Explanation of Solution

Explanation/justification for the correct answer :

Option (A) when a flower having multiple female organ fuse together. There are some plants in which the flowers carry multiple female organs. These organs while the time of fruit development fuse together, which give rise to an aggregate fruit. Hence, the correct answer is option (C).

Explanation for incorrect answer :

Option (B) when fruit has multiple seed which fuse together. Aggregate fruit are formed due to fusion of ovary. Hence, it is an incorrect answer.

Option (C) when multiple flower of the same plant fuse together.The fusion of multiple flowers does not form aggregated fruits. Hence, it is an incorrect answer.

Option (D) when multiple simple fruit fuse together. The fusion of simple fruits cannot form a single aggregated fruit. Hence, it is an incorrect answer.