VMMC VMMC Medical Solved Paper-2010

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    In which of the following types of fruits, dorsiventral dehiscence takes place? I.             Legume                                                II. Follicle III.           Siliqua                                   IV. Capsule The correct combination is

    A) I and III                                

    B) I and II                 

    C)        II and III                               

    D)        II and IV

    Correct Answer: A

    Solution :

    Legume or pod fruits and siliqua fruits can be dehisced through dorsal and ventral sutures. Legume is developed from a monocarpellary, one-chambered and superior ovary, eg, pea while siliqua develops from a bicarpellary, syncarpous and superior ovary, eg, mustard.


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