Multiple choice

______ develops from a monocarpellary multi-seeded gynoecium but dehisces longitudinally along the ventral suture only.

  1. Capsule

  2. Siliqua

  3. Legume

  4. Follicle

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D Correct answer
Explanation

A follicle is a dry dehiscent fruit that develops from a single carpel and opens along only one side (the ventral suture). This distinguishes it from a legume, which opens on two sides.