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What is an apple?
The apple is the pomaceous fruit of the apple tree. It is one of the most widely cultivated tree fruits. Apples grow on small, deciduous trees.

There are more than 7,500 known cultivars of apples, resulting in a range of desired characteristics. Different cultivars are bred for various tastes and uses, including cooking, fresh eating and cider production.