Asked by Chukwuebuka Mochaauchefuna on May 06, 2024
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The moss sporophyte is not ____, so it depends on the gametophyte for nourishment even when mature.
A) photosynthetic
B) vascular
C) rooted
D) leafy
E) biologically active
Moss Sporophyte
The diploid generation of a moss that produces spores through meiosis, distinguished from the gametophyte generation by its ability to undergo sexual reproduction.
Nourishment
The food or nutrients needed by organisms to live, grow, and reproduce.
- Understand the various reproductive mechanisms and life spans of different plant groups.
- Identify the duties and operations of essential plant tissues and organs.
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Comfort MduduziMay 12, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Moss sporophytes lack chlorophyll and cannot perform photosynthesis, so they rely on the gametophyte for sustenance. Vascular plants have specialized tissue for nutrient transport, while rooted and leafy do not directly relate to the sporophyte's dependence on the gametophyte. The term "biologically active" is too vague and does not provide enough information to answer the question.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the various reproductive mechanisms and life spans of different plant groups.
- Identify the duties and operations of essential plant tissues and organs.