Abstract
This chapter describes the structure and assembly of the cuticle, focusing on the genes and enzymes implicated in constructing the cuticle of fleshy fruit and its role in this organ. It is worth noting that, in the majority of studies, the 'peel' or 'skin' of the fruit is discussed. This is not a scientific term and describes in general the fruit outer layer including the pericarp and epidermal cells as well as the cuticle.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Fruit Ripening |
Subtitle of host publication | Physiology, Signalling and Genomics |
Pages | 81-98 |
Number of pages | 18 |
State | Published - 16 Jul 2014 |
All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes
- General Engineering
- General Agricultural and Biological Sciences