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The difference between Drupes and other nuts;
Nut Fruits (Drupes)
A drupe is a type of fruit that has a hard stone or pit in the center, surrounded by a fleshy outer layer.
Examples are; Almonds, walnuts, pecans, hazelnuts, and pistachios are all technically drupes, not true nuts.
Characteristics; The outer skin is usually thin and edible, while the inner shell is hard and inedible.
Other Types of Nuts
1. Palm Nuts; Coconuts and palm kernels are examples of palm nuts, which are actually the fruit of palm trees.
2. Gymnosperm Nuts: Pine nuts and cedar nuts are examples of gymnosperm nuts, which come from coniferous trees.
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