What is the purpose of the thick wall called pericarp in the fruit of flowering plants?

What is the purpose of the thick wall called pericarp in the fruit of flowering plants?
  1. To develop into the embryo
  2. To remain attached to the plant
  3. To wither and fall off
  4. To provide protection

Solution

In flowering plants, the fruit develops a pericarp to provide protection.

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