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Mosses are indicators of:...

Mosses are indicators of:

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Air pollution

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Water pollution

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Radiation pollution

D

Soil pollution

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Sulphur dioxide `(SO_(2))` does the most widespread damage to lower plants. Since mosses lack roots, surface absorption of rainfall is the only means of obtaining vital nutrients which are dissolved in rainwater. Many mosses lack protective surfaces that can selectively block out elements including pollutants that are dissolved in rainwater.
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