Biology
Why Bananas Are Berries (But Strawberries Aren't)
Quick fact
A banana is a berry, but a strawberry is not. In fact, kiwi, grapes, and even tomatoes are true berries, while raspberries and blackberries are aggregate fruits.
Why this is interesting
You probably think of bananas as a fruit and strawberries as a berry—but botanically, it's the opposite. How can a banana be a berry while a strawberry isn't?