The skin of the different fruits becomes much modified because of the varying conditions under which they are grown. The texture, form, color, and any other characteristics should be noted.

Bloom. A delicate powdery substance, varying in color and found on many fruits. It is seen most frequently on grapes and plums, and occasionally on apples. Pubescence. Hairiness; a condition sometimes found on the skin of certain fruit. This condition is particularly noticeable on certain portions of the fruit; for example, around the calyx. Rough skin. A term applied to the surface of fruit when minute capillary russet netted veins or russet dots or both are scattered over the skin. Russet skin. A condition found on some apples in which all or most of the surface is covered with russet, as seen on the Golden Russet. Waxy, or oily, skin. Found on some fruits, particularly the apple. This character can best be determined by the sense of touch, the feeling of such a skin much resembling that of a greasy surface.