Asked by Cierra Ashford on Apr 27, 2024
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What acidic, absorbent bryophyte is used as an additive to planting mixes to help soil retain moisture?
A) peat moss
B) liverwort
C) hornwort
D) club moss
E) cap moss
Bryophyte
Nonvascular plant; a moss, liverwort, or hornwort.
Retain Moisture
The ability to hold or keep water or moisture within an object or environment.
- Identify plant adaptations for reproduction and survival in various environments.
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Thanisorn MukdapipatkulMay 01, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Peat moss is known for its acidic pH and high absorbency, making it a popular additive to planting mixes to help soil retain moisture. Liverwort, hornwort, club moss, and cap moss may also have some absorbent properties, but are not as commonly used in planting mixes.
Learning Objectives
- Identify plant adaptations for reproduction and survival in various environments.