What is the function of water in the reproduction of pteridophytes?

What is the function of water in the reproduction of pteridophytes?
  1. To transfer the egg to the antheridia
  2. To transfer the antherozoids to the archegonium
  3. To fertilize the egg
  4. To produce the sporophyte

Solution

Water is required for the transfer of the male gametes, or antherozoids, from the antheridia to the mouth of the archegonium.

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