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Define parthenocarpy . Name the plant hormone used to induce parthenocarpy.

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Definition of Parthenocarpy**: - Parthenocarpy is the process by which fruits develop without fertilization. In this process, the ovary of a flower develops into a fruit without the fusion of male and female gametes, resulting in seedless fruits. 2. **Characteristics of Parthenocarpic Fruits**: - Fruits that develop through parthenocarpy do not contain seeds. This is a significant characteristic that differentiates them from typical fruits that develop after fertilization. ...
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