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Term: 2 Major Parts of Fruit

Description:

In botany, fruits are classified into two main parts: the pericarp and the seed. The pericarp refers to the outer layer or covering of the fruit, while the seed is the reproductive structure contained within the pericarp.

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1: Pericarp

In this sense, the pericarp is the protective and often edible outer layer of a fruit.

• Sample Sentence 1: The pericarp of an apple is typically thin and crisp when ripe.
• Sample Sentence 2: Oranges have a thick and leathery pericarp, making them easy to peel.

Related Products: Fruit Peeler, Knife Set

Sense 2: Seed

In this sense, the seed refers to the reproductive structure that can grow into a new plant.

• Sample Sentence 1: The seeds of a watermelon are black and edible.
• Sample Sentence 2: Mangoes have a large and flat seed in the center.

Related Products: Fruit Seeds, Seed Germination Kit