parthenocarpy
/ˌpɑrθənoʊˈkɑrpi/
noun
- The development of fruit without fertilization, resulting in seedless fruit.
- Scientists study parthenocarpy to improve fruit production in agriculture.
- The natural parthenocarpy in some plants allows them to bear fruit even without pollinators.
- Parthenocarpy is why seedless grapes are available in grocery stores.
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