Asked by Chuck Bass
Which of the following statements explains why mosses are always small plants?
Mosses are found in moist environments.
Mosses do not have true leaves.
Mosses do not photosynthesize.
Mosses lack vascular tissue.
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"Mosses lack vascular tissue."
Because they have no xylem or phloem (and little lignified support), water and nutrients must move by diffusion and capillary action over short distances, limiting how tall and large they can grow.
Because they have no xylem or phloem (and little lignified support), water and nutrients must move by diffusion and capillary action over short distances, limiting how tall and large they can grow.
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