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Fruit quality encompasses the measurable physical, chemical, and sensory attributes of fruits—including color, texture, sugar content, acidity, aroma, and nutritional composition—that determine their value for consumption and commercial use. Understanding the biological and genetic mechanisms that regulate these traits is central to plant science, as it enables researchers to identify how environmental conditions, developmental processes, and gene expression interact to shape the final product. This knowledge drives breeding programs and cultivation strategies aimed at improving yield, shelf life, flavor, and nutritional profiles in cultivated fruit crops.

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