B. Watch this video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mqckqgrnxPM&t=76s Although mosses lack vascular tissue, some have specialized elongated cells that help transport water and fluids. Mosses also lack the hard material found embedded in the cell walls of most terrestrial plants. 1. How does the moss sporophyte get water and energy? 2. Why are mosses so small? 3. How do mosses carry out gas exchange?
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The moss sporophyte gets water and energy through the process of capillary action and diffusion. Since mosses lack vascular tissue, they rely on the absorption of water and nutrients directly from their surroundings. The elongated cells in mosses, called hydroids, Show more…
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