Which sequence correctly represents the life cycle of a moss?
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Correct answer: Spore → Protonema → Leafy stage → Gametes → Zygote → Sporophyte
The spore germinates into a protonema, which buds into a leafy gametophyte. The gametophyte produces gametes, which fuse to form a zygote, ultimately growing into a sporophyte.
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