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Which of the following are photosynthetic in a moss?Choose all appropriate solutions Antheridium Archegonium Esscell Gametophyte Protonema Seta Spermatoroid Sporophyte

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Which of the following are photosynthetic in a moss?Choose all appropriate solutions Antheridium Archegonium Esscell Gametophyte Protonema Seta Spermatoroid Sporophyte

Which of the following are photosynthetic in a moss?Choose all appropriate solutions
Antheridium
Archegonium
Esscell
Gametophyte
Protonema
Seta
Spermatoroid
Sporophyte

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The correct answers are **Gametophyte, Protonema, and Sporophyte**.<br /><br />* **Gametophyte:** The dominant, leafy green structure we typically associate with moss is the gametophyte. It's photosynthetic and responsible for producing gametes (sperm and eggs).<br /><br />* **Protonema:** This is the branching, filamentous stage that develops from the moss spore. It's also photosynthetic and gives rise to the gametophyte.<br /><br />* **Sporophyte:** While the sporophyte is dependent on the gametophyte for nutrition, it does contain chlorophyll and carries out some photosynthesis. However, it's not its primary source of energy.<br />
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