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The ring of hygroscopic teeth around the mouth of dehiscent capsule in mosses is called as
The ring of hygroscopic teeth around the mouth of dehiscent capsule in mosses is called as
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The correct option is A Peristome
The apical portion of the capsule is specialised to regulate spore discharge. It matures into operculum and peristome at maturity, the operculum falls exposing the underlying peristome, which surrounds the mouth of the dehiscent capsule.
The apical portion of the capsule is specialised to regulate spore discharge. It matures into operculum and peristome at maturity, the operculum falls exposing the underlying peristome, which surrounds the mouth of the dehiscent capsule.
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