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Chapter 29, Problem 5TYU
Suppose an efficient conducting system evolved in a moss that could transport water and other materials as high as a tall tree. Which of the following statements about “trees” of such a species would not be true?
(A) Spore dispersal distances would probably increase.
(B) Females could produce only one archegonium.
(C) Unless its body parts were strengthened, such a“tree” would probably flop over.
(D) Individuals would probably compete more effectively for access to light.
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