In contrast to the ventral portion, the dorsal portion of a thalloid liverwort:
A)contains rhizoids.
B)contains scales.
C)is thicker.
D)contains chlorophyll.
E)is colorless.

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The dorsal portion of a thalloid liverwort is exposed to light and contains chlorophyll for photosynthesis, unlike the ventral portion which is typically colorless and contains rhizoids and scales for attachment and absorption.

In Contrast to the Ventral Portion, the Dorsal Portion of a Thalloid