JAMB Biology 1988 Question 28

Question 28

Reproduction in Plants

A dry dehiscent fruit which breaks up into one-seeded parts is a

  1. A.schizocarp
  2. B.capsule
  3. C.follicle
  4. D.legume
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (schizocarp)

Explanation

A schizocarp splits into one-seeded pieces called mericarps, as in Desmodium.