The Figure Shows an Image of Anthoceros Sp, a Hornwort

question 39

Essay

The figure shows an image of Anthoceros sp, a hornwort. Which features of this plant makes it most similar to vascular plants? Include which synapomorphy is most compelling in justifying the assignment of hornworts as a sister group of vascular plants.

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