Are Nectarines Just Fuzzless Peaches? Unpacking the Genetic and Flavor Differences
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Genetically, peaches and nectarines are nearly identical, with a single recessive gene being the key variant that results in the absence of fuzz on a nectarine's skin. This surprising fact reveals that the nectarine is, in essence, a fuzz-free variety of peach, originating from a natural mutation that occurred thousands of years ago.
