What are the different parts of a coconut and their names in English?

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Coconuts consist of several distinct parts: the exocarp, mesocarp, and endocarp. The exocarp is the outermost layer, often removed in coconuts sold outside tropical regions. The mesocarp, made of coir, is the fibrous layer beneath the exocarp. Inside the coconut, there is coconut juice, referred to as coconut water, and the white edible part known as coconut meat. Additionally, when coconuts germinate, they produce a soft, edible sprout that has a marshmallow-like texture, which nourishes the developing embryo. The discussion also touches on the perception of knowledge among native speakers, emphasizing a desire for inclusivity in sharing information.
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There are a lot of coconuts in my country, but I don't know how each part of it is called in English.
A coconut has a green 'cover' then another hard 'cover' then there is coconut juice inside and the white thing.
Can you describe me all coconut's parts ?
 

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Husk, shell, meat, milk.

The exocarp and mesocarp make up the "husk" of the coconut. Coconuts sold in the shops of nontropical countries often have had the exocarp (outermost layer) removed. The mesocarp is composed of a fiber called coir.

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Thanks Doug but still one more yellowish part, especially inside old coconuts, is that the coconut's child or its big soft nut ?
 
"Newly germinated coconuts contain an edible fluff of marshmallow-like consistency called coconut sprout, produced as the endosperm nourishes the developing embryo."

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I don't like it when native speakers seem to know everything about the world. Bye Doug. Good day! :D
 
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