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Rhizoids of mosses are...

Rhizoids of mosses are

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Unicellular and pigmented

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Multicellular and pigmented

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Unicellular and non-pigmented

D

Multicellular and non-pigmented

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Rhizoids**: - Rhizoids are structures that resemble roots in primitive plants, particularly in mosses, which belong to the group Bryophyta. 2. **Classification of Rhizoids**: - Rhizoids can be classified based on their cellular structure and pigmentation. The options provided are: - Unicellular pigmented - Multicellular pigmented - Unicellular non-pigmented - Multicellular non-pigmented 3. **Characteristics of Moss Rhizoids**: - Moss rhizoids are primarily **multicellular**, meaning they are composed of multiple cells. - They are also **non-pigmented**, which indicates that they do not contain chlorophyll or other pigments that would give them color. 4. **Conclusion**: - Based on the characteristics of rhizoids in mosses, the correct answer is that rhizoids of mosses are **multicellular non-pigmented**. Therefore, the correct option is **D**.
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