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Liverworts and Hornworts
Life Cycle of Hornworts
The life cycle of hornworts is similar to that of liverworts. Both follow the pattern of alternation of generations. However, liverworts develop a small sporophyte, whereas hornworts develop a long, slender sporophyte. Liverworts also disperse their spores with the help of elaters, while hornworts utilize pseudoelaters to aid in spore dispersal.
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"OpenStax College, Bryophytes. October 17, 2013."
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