The role of rhizoids in bryophytes are:

Absorption of minerals

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All of the above

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Absorption of water

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Anchorage

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The correct option is B All of the above
Rhizoids are unicellular or multicellular filamentous outgrowths that extend from the thallus of bryophytes like liverworts and mosses. Rhizoids are functionally similar to roots, though they are structurally different . Rhizoids provide anchorage by attaching to the substratum and also absorb water and minerals by capillary action.

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