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Which of the following represents the edible part of the fruit of Litchi -
A
Endocarp
B
Pericarp
C
Juicy aril
D
Mesocarp
Detailed Solution
An aril is a fleshy outgrowth arising from the funicle or the hilum, which covers the seed as an extra coat.
In litchi the white, juicy, sweet edible part surrounding the seed is the aril.
The outer rough, reddish skin is the pericarp and is not eaten.
Other examples: in mango and coconut the edible part is the mesocarp and endosperm respectively, and in pomegranate it is the juicy testa.
So the edible part of litchi is the juicy aril.
In litchi the white, juicy, sweet edible part surrounding the seed is the aril.
The outer rough, reddish skin is the pericarp and is not eaten.
Other examples: in mango and coconut the edible part is the mesocarp and endosperm respectively, and in pomegranate it is the juicy testa.
So the edible part of litchi is the juicy aril.