Biology: Concepts and Investigations
Biology: Concepts and Investigations
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ISBN: 9781260259049
Author: Hoefnagels
Publisher: MCG
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Chapter 24.2, Problem 5MC
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To determine:

The two main functions of fruits.

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Fruits are the part of a plant, which can be eaten by animal and the production of a fruit from a plant is assisted by the hormone ethylene. The fruits are generally derived from a flower, but in certain species additional parts of the plant may contribute to the formation of fruits.

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