Question

Apophysis is moss capsule is

Answer 1

Apophysis is the solid, somewhat swollen basal, green photosynthetic portion of the capsule. It is sterile in nature. It also helps in conduction of water and food materials. It gradually narrows down into seta; hence it is also called as the neck of the capsule.

Answer 2

ANSWER:

Apophysis in a moss capsule is a solid and swollen basal portion of the moss capsule.

EXPLANATION:

The apophysis is the photosynthetic part of the moss capsule. The apophysis is capable of manufacturing food for the mosses.

It also transports water and food materials to the different parts of the mosses. The apophysis usually and gradually narrows down to form the seta. It is also called the neck of the capsule.