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Mosses reproduce sexually by the process of

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Alternation of generations
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Sporophyte generation
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Vegetative reproduction
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Gametophyte reproduction
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Binary fission
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Solution

The correct option is D Gametophyte reproduction
Gametophytes of mosses bear antheridia and female archegonia that form sperm cells and egg respectively. Fertilization of these haploid gametes produces a diploid zygote that divides mitotically to produce a multicellular embryo. The embryo finally develops into the mature sporophyte. Sporophyte of mosses reproduces asexually by haploid spores that germinate to form haploid gametophyte. Thus, the correct answer is D.

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