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Spore dissemination in some liverworts is aided by

  1. indusium
  2. calyptra
  3. peristome teeth
  4. elaters

Correct answer: elaters

Solution

Elaters are sterile, spiral-thickened cells in liverwort capsules that change shape as they dry, helping disperse spores. The other options are structures associated with ferns or mosses, not liverwort spore release.

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