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Biology Plant Kingdom Bryophytes Single Correct MCQ
Published on: August 12, 2026

In a moss, the sporophyte

A
produces gametes that give rise to the gametophyte
B
is partially parasitic on the gametophyte
C
arises from a spore produced from the gametophyte
D
manufactures food for itself, as well as for the gametophyte

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B

In mosses, the sporophyte (foot, seta, and capsule) stays attached to the gametophyte for its entire life. It depends on the gametophyte for water, minerals, and support.

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