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Moss peat is used as a packing material ...

Moss peat is used as a packing material for sending flowers and live plants to distant places because

A

it is hygroscopic

B

it reduces transpiration

C

it serves as a disinfectant

D

it is easily available

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The correct Answer is:
A

(a) Sphagnum is a bryophyte, commonly called as bog moss or peat moss. It is hygroscopic and possesses a remarkable water holding capacity. Hence, itt is used as a packing material in the transportation of flowers, live plants, tubers, bulbs, seedlings, etc. It is also used in seed-beds and in moss-sticks.
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