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Which is botanically a berry: a banana or a strawberry?

Confirmed Fruit · Verified 2026-10-31 · WWV-TV-FD-001

Answer

A banana

Botanical berries develop from one ovary and have seeds in the flesh. Strawberries are 'accessory fruits' with seeds outside.

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