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Sporangia (singular: sporangium) are specialized structures found in many plants, fungi, and algae that are responsible for producing and containing spores. These spores are reproductive units that can develop into new individuals. The morphology and function of sporangia can vary significantly depending on the organism.

In plants, sporangia are part of the sporophyte generation, which alternates with the gametophyte generation in the life cycle. Ferns, for example, have sporangia on the underside of their fronds, often grouped together in clusters called sori. Mosses and liverworts also possess sporangia, typically at the end of a stalk. These plant sporangia are often characterized by a protective outer wall and may contain specialized cells for spore dispersal, such as an annulus in ferns.

Fungi produce spores within sporangia, which can be sessile or borne on stalks called sporangiophores. The spores, known as sporangiospores, are typically asexual. Examples include the sporangia of *Rhizopus* (bread mold).

Algae also exhibit a wide range of sporangia. Some single-celled algae can directly form sporangia within their own cells, while others develop more complex sporangial structures. The spores released from algal sporangia can be motile or non-motile and are crucial for both asexual reproduction and dispersal.

The primary role of sporangia across all these diverse groups is to protect developing spores and facilitate their release into the environment, enabling the continuation of the species.