Question

Pomologically, fig is classified under the fruit type:

• A. Balusta
• B. Pome
• C. Drupe
• D. Syconium

Hint:

Fig is a syconium fruit, apple is a pome, mango is a drupe, and pomegranate is a balusta.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Concept:
Pomology is the study of fruit crops. Fruits are classified on the basis of their origin, structure and development.

Step 1: Identify fig fruit type.
Fig develops from a hollow fleshy receptacle that encloses many small flowers inside it. \[ \text{Fig} \rightarrow \text{Syconium} \]

Step 2: Compare with other fruit types.
Pome is found in apple and pear.
Drupe is found in mango and coconut.
Balusta is associated with pomegranate.

Step 3: Final answer.
Therefore, pomologically, fig is classified as syconium. \[ \therefore \text{Correct Answer is (D)} \]