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Rhizoids in bryophytes are root-like structures that help anchor the plant to the substrate and absorb water and nutrients from the environment. They lack the specialized tissues found in true roots, such as the vascular tissues for transport of water and nutrients.

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Are rootlike structure found in bryophytes?

They are called rhizoids.


Structures in tracheophytes that are similar to rhizoids in bryophytes?

Root hairs in tracheophytes are similar to rhizoids in bryophytes as both structures aid in absorption of water and nutrients from the soil. However, root hairs are multicellular extensions of roots, while rhizoids are single-celled structures that anchor bryophytes to the substrate and absorb water.


What has the author E Vernon Watson written?

E. Vernon Watson has written: 'The structure and life of bryophytes' -- subject(s): Bryophytes


Which plant structure helps in attaching the bryophytes to the substratum?

Rhizoids help bryophytes attach to the substrate. These are hair-like structures that anchor the plants into the soil or other surfaces and also aid in water and nutrient absorption.


Is a plant with out a root stem a plant?

Yes, for example Bryophytes have no defined root, stem and leaves. Still they are regarded as plants.


Is the gametophyte not free living in bryophytes?

In bryophytes, the gametophyte is the dominant, free-living stage of the life cycle. It is the structure responsible for producing gametes and supporting fertilization. The gametophyte in bryophytes usually grows independently from the sporophyte, which is dependent on the gametophyte for nutrition and support.


Do bryophytes have lignified tissue?

Bryophytes are small, low growing plants that are found in moist environments. Bryophytes do not have lignified tissue. Lignified tissue is hard like a tree bark.


What is the root system called in a bryophyte?

Bryophytes do not have organized root system as in case of vascular plants. The absorption of water and minerals take place through rhizoides.


Which of the following would be associated with vascular plants A root systems B bryophytes C angiosperms D gymnosperms E shoot systems?

A) Root systems, C) Angiosperms, and D) Gymnosperms are all associated with vascular plants. Bryophytes are non-vascular plants and do not have true roots or vascular tissues. Shoot systems are present in both vascular and non-vascular plants.


What has the author Eric Vernon Watson written?

Eric Vernon Watson has written: 'The structure and life of bryophytes'


Where does fertilization take place in bryophytes?

In bryophytes, fertilization typically takes place in the archegonium, which is the female reproductive structure. The sperm swims through water to reach the egg inside the archegonium, where fertilization occurs.


What are major characters of Bryophytes?

Bryophytes are non-vascular i.e. They don't have Xylem and Phloem in them. They are amphibious plants because they need water for reproduction. In most cases there is cuticle over epidermis to prevent water loss. They are considered to be evolved from Green Algae. They live in moist and shady habitats. There is a heteromorphic alternation of generation in the life cycle of bryophytes and the Gametophytic haploid generation is dominant and photosynthetic and Sporophytes are recessive and depend on Gametophyte for their nutrition. The body shape of these plants is either thalloid (lacks differentiation) or is differentiated into a false root, shoot and Rhizome; which is a false, root like structure used to anchor plant in soil.