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Justify that parthenogenesis is different from 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 the flower develops into a fruit without the need for fertilization, resulting in seedless fruits. 2. **Definition of Parthenogenesis**: - Parthenogenesis is a form of asexual reproduction in which a new individual organism develops from an unfertilized ovum. This process occurs without the fusion of gametes, leading to the formation of a new organism. ...
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  16. Justify that parthenogenesis is different from parthenocarpy.

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