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Which of the following is not a moss?

A
Ploytrichum
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Sphagnum
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Funaria
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D
Riccia
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Solution

The correct option is D Riccia
Mosses are small flowerless plants that grow in shady regions having adequate moisture. These are spore producing plants. Common examples of mosses include Sphagnum, Funaria and Polytrichum. Sphagnum is commonly called as peat moss. Funaira is a water moss that grows in shady, damp places. Polytrichum is commonly called as haircap moss. Riccia is a genus of liverworts
Thus, the correct answer is option D.

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