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marsh plants are able to keep afloat for a long time 

 and become scattered about by the wind, finally sinking 

 and taking root in the mud. The fruits of the cocoa- 

 nut and other palms may float for a long time in the sea 

 water, and are still able to germinate after having been 

 cast up on far-distant coasts. 



These few examples will serve to introduce the student 

 to the almost endless variety of devices for dispersing 

 seeds and fruits, examples of which he can readily find at 

 the proper season. 



