Fruits
Fruits
Fruits (/fruːts/), in the botanical sense, are mature ovaries of flowering plants, typically containing seeds. The term is derived from the Latin word "fructus," meaning "enjoyment" or "profit."
Etymology
The word "fruit" comes from the Old French "fruit," derived from the Latin "fructus" or "frui," meaning "to enjoy or use." The term was introduced into Middle English around the 12th century.
Types of Fruits
There are several types of fruits, including:
- Berry - A simple fruit having seeds and pulp produced from a single ovary.
- Drupe - A fruit in which an outer fleshy part surrounds a shell with a seed inside.
- Pome - A type of fruit produced by flowering plants in the subtribe Malinae of the family Rosaceae.
- Hesperidium - A modified berry with a tough, leathery rind.
- Pepo - A type of berry with a hard rind, characteristic of the gourd family.
Nutritional Value
Fruits are known for their high nutritional value. They are rich in vitamins, minerals, and fiber, which are essential for the human body. Some fruits, like bananas, are high in potassium, while others, like oranges, are high in vitamin C.
Related Terms
- Botany - The scientific study of plants, including their physiology, structure, genetics, ecology, distribution, and classification.
- Seed - The unit of reproduction of a flowering plant, capable of developing into another such plant.
- Ovary - The part of a flower that develops into a fruit.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Fruits
- Wikipedia's article - Fruits
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