Younf Fruit - Internal Anatomy
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Sections by Aaron M. Baumler (left, lumen cavity uppermost;
right, apex of ovary uppermost); two layers of sclereids oriented
in opposing directions are responsible for the explosive dehiscence
of the fruit wall at maturity.
Section by Michael P. Sybert (lumen cavity lowermost);
two layers of sclereids oriented in opposing directions are responsible
for the explosive dehiscence of the fruit wall at maturity.
