The dominant stage of gametophyte of mosses consists of

Biology Plant Kingdom Single Correct MCQ

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Published on: August 22, 2026

Protonema which develops from the lateral bud and

A leafy stage developing from a spore

Both

A leafy stage developing from the secondary protonema

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First Stage (Protonema): This develops directly from a germinating spore and is a creeping, green, branched, and filamentous structure.

Second Stage (Leafy Stage): This is the more recognizable moss plant. It develops from the secondary protonema as a lateral bud. This stage consists of an upright, slender axis with spirally arranged leaves and bears the reproductive organs.

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