Q. Mosses (along with lichen) are of great ecological importance because
A) They colonise on barren rocks and decompose rock
B) Its contribution to prevent soil erosion
C) Its contribution in ecological succession
D) All of the above
Explanation
Bryophytes shows considerable economic importance. They colonise on barren rocks along with lichens and decomposed rocks. When they grow on rocks, the help in soil formation. Some bryophytes also work as soil binders when they grow in aggregations
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