Definition

A type of dry fruit that breaks apart when it is fully grown, separating into multiple parts, each containing a single seed.

Example

The plant produced a schizocarp that scattered its seeds across the field.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of a schizocarp?

No, I haven't. What is it?

It's a type of dry fruit that splits into parts when it matures.

That's interesting! I wonder which plants produce schizocarps.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Schizocarp is formed from "schizo-" (from Greek "schizein", meaning to split) and "carp" (from Greek "karpos", meaning fruit). The word describes a type of fruit that splits into separate parts when mature.

Memory Tip

Think of 'splitting' ('schizo-') fruit ('carp') to remember that a schizocarp is a fruit that splits apart.

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