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Coriander is the dried ripe fruit of Coriandrum sativum L. (Family Apiaceae).
True
The outer zone of mesocarp is formed of a broad layer of sclerenchyma consisting of strongly lignified pitted wavy fibers in 2 bands crossing each other at right angles.
True
The inner zone of mesocarp consists of degenerated vittae and is longitudinally traversed by 10 vascular strands.
False
Coriander contains volatile oil with D (+) linalool as the main constituent.
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The fatty acids found in coriander are mainly linoleic and proteins.
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Study Notes
Coriander
- Coriander is the dried ripe fruit of Coriandrum sativum L. belonging to the Apiaceae family.
- The outer mesocarp layer consists of a broad layer of sclerenchyma, composed of strongly lignified pitted wavy fibers arranged in 2 bands crossing each other at right angles.
- The inner mesocarp zone has degenerated vittae and is traversed longitudinally by 10 vascular strands.
- Coriander contains volatile oil, primarily composed of D (+) linalool.
- The fatty acids present in coriander are mainly linoleic acid and proteins.
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