The primary purpose of fruits is to ____.
A)attract pollinators
B)provide nutrients to seeds
C)protect the seeds from animals
D)protect and disperse the seeds
E)provide nutrients to animals

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The primary purpose of fruits is to protect and disperse seeds. When the fruits mature, they protect the seeds from being eaten by animals and also disperse the seeds away from the parent plant to increase the chances of seed germination and survival. While fruits may provide nutrients to animals and pollinators, this is not their primary purpose. Similarly, while providing nutrients to seeds is important, it is not the primary purpose of fruits.

The Primary Purpose of Fruits Is to ____