In bryophytes and pteridophytes, transport of male gametes requires
- birds
- water
- wind
- insects.
Answer
(2) water
Solution
As per NCERT, the male gametes (antherozoids) of bryophytes and pteridophytes are flagellated (motile).
⇒ They swim through water to reach the archegonium for fertilisation.
∴ Water is essential for transfer of male gametes in these groups.
Answer: (2)