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To determine:
The two explanations for the observation that the
Introduction:
Bryophytes do not possess vascular tissue and are able to reproduce either by asexual or sexual means. These plants are called amphibians of the plant kingdom. Mosses are examples of bryophytes.
To determine:
The way in which increased height can prove adaptive.
Introduction:
Bryophytes are called the amphibians of the plant kingdom and are able to reproduce either by asexual or sexual means. These plants occur in shady and humid climates. Mosses are examples of bryophytes.
To determine:
The circumstances in which small size of the plants can be adaptive.
Introduction:
Bryophytes lack vascular tissue and can reproduce either by asexual or sexual means. These plants are referred to as amphibians of the plant kingdom. Mosses are examples of bryophytes.
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- Concepts of BiologyBiologyISBN:9781938168116Author:Samantha Fowler, Rebecca Roush, James WisePublisher:OpenStax College