The Persistent and Photosynthetic Generation of Bryophytes Is, in General

question 145

Multiple Choice

The persistent and photosynthetic generation of bryophytes is, in general, constrained to be close to the ground:

• A)because bryophytes are unable to produce cells specialized for long-distance transport of sugar or water.
• B)in order to successfully disperse gametes.
• C)because only the sporophyte stage has the genetic potential to grow in height.
• D)because their spores require environmental water to disperse.

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