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Why do oranges have peels?

But Why: A Podcast for Curious Kids

CHAPTER

Citrus Research: Seeds, Growth, and Quality

Exploring citrus research projects related to seeds, plant growth, and fruit quality, with a focus on the importance of oranges in the Florida economy. The chapter highlights the structure of citrus fruits belonging to the Hesperidium group, their round shape for seed protection, and the purpose of their segments. It also touches on efforts to develop seedless fruits through breeding, hybridization, and grafting techniques.

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