In capsule, dispersal of spores takes place through |
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a) |
Peristomial teeth |
b) |
Annulus |
c) |
Calyptra |
d) |
Operculum |
In capsule, dispersal of spores takes place through |
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a) |
Peristomial teeth |
b) |
Annulus |
c) |
Calyptra |
d) |
Operculum |
(a) In moss the dispersal of spores is facilitated by hygroscopic pouring movements of peristomial teeth (lengthening and shortening of peristomial teeth). The inner peristome acts as a sieve allowing only few spores to escape at a time. |