Characteristics of Bryophytes

A plant that lacks vascular tissue and true roots, stems, and leaves.

Osmosis and diffusion

Phylum Bryophyta

<p>Phylum Hepatophyta</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Phylum Anthocerotophyta</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A thin, rootlike structure that anchors a moss and absorbs water and nutrients for the plant.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A waxy covering on the surface of stems and leaves that acts as an adaptation to prevent desiccation in terrestrial plants.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The first filament produced by a germinating spore that grows horizontally and produces multiple buds, each of which forms a new gametophyte.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The first plant species to colonize an area that is well adapted to living in a harsh environment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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<p>surrounding air</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Male reproductive structure in some algae and plants.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Female reproductive structure in some algae and plants.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Gametophyte dominant</p> Signup and view all the answers

<ol> <li>Short central stem with wiry branches. 2. Root-like rhizoids. 3. Most common and diverse bryophytes.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

<ol> <li>Flattened, drooping leaves (delivers water to base). 2. Some species have umbrella-shaped structures that house reproductive cells. 3. Most reproduce through fragmentation as well as sexual.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

<ol> <li>Slimy/sludgy, grow in very moist, shaded areas. 2. Narrow, horn-like sporophyte. 3. Can also reproduce through fragmentation.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers