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Which of the following is responsible for peat formation?

AMarchantia
BRiccia
CFunaria
DSphagnum
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Solution

Sphagnum is a genus of mosses, commonly known as peat moss. Peat is an accumulation of partially decayed vegetation or organic matter that is unique to natural areas called peatlands. As sphagnum moss grows, it can slowly spread into drier conditions, forming larger peatlands.

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