_________ are often referred to as the amphibians of the plant kingdom.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is Option (3)- Bryophyta
Bryophyta are often referred to as the amphibians of the plant kingdom.
Explanation:
- Bryophytes, which include mosses, liverworts, and hornworts, are non-vascular plants.
- They are called the amphibians of the plant kingdom because they share certain characteristics with amphibians (animals) in terms of their dependence on water for reproduction.
- Bryophytes require water for the transport of sperm to reach the egg during the fertilization process.
So, the correct answer is Bryophyta.