In bryophytes and pteridophytes, transport of male gametes requires

Options

(a) Wind
(b) insects
(c) Birds
(d) Water

Correct Answer:

Water

Explanation:

In several simple plants like algae, bryophytes, and pteridophytes, water is the medium through which male gamete transfer takes place. Since the male gametes are motile they need water as a medium to swim and fuse with the female gamete.