Biology of Plants
Biology of Plants
8th Edition
ISBN: 9781429219617
Author: Evert, Ray F./
Publisher: Macmillan Higher Education
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Chapter 16, Problem 6Q
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To describe: The structural modifications related to water absorption in Sphagnum.

Introduction: Bryophytes are the small and   flowerless green plants that comprise the mosses and liverworts. These do not bear roots but contain rhizoids. These are very important in starting the soil formation on a barren terrain and in maintaining the soil moisture. It aids in the recycling of nutrients in forest vegetation.

Summary Introduction

To determine: The reason why Sphagnum has such great ecological importance.

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