Introduction to Land Plants: Bryophytes and Vascular Plants

The video discusses the first land plants, focusing on nonvascular plants like mosses, liverworts, and hornworts, which belong to the division Bryophyta. These plants are short, lack true leaves and roots, and absorb water through their bodies. Examples of mosses are provided, and the differences between liverworts and hornworts are highlighted. The video concludes with a transition to the topic of vascular plants.

Describe the physical characteristics of liverworts.

What is the difference in life cycles between hornworts and liverworts?