There is a common debate on whether a tomato is a vegetable or a fruit. scientifically, tomatoes are considered a fruit. the distinction of fruit
is that the seeds are on the inside of the pulp. therefore, tomatoes are technically a fruit; however, nutritionists have categorized it as a
vegetable due to its nutritional benefits, which include being a good source of vitamin c and lycopene. furthermore, tomatoes are used fresh in
salads, cooked, canned, and pureed.
which detail best supports the main idea that tomatoes are a fruit?
a
b.
c.
d.
seeds are on the inside of the pulp.
nutritionists have categorized it as a vegetable.
used fresh in salads, cooked, canned, and pureed
include being a good source of vitamin c and lycopene