Refer to the figure above and then answer the questions that follow.
-Which characteristic of ferns restricts them to damp habitats?
A) a cuticle
B) lack of roots
C) small leaves
D) swimming sperm

Question

Refer to the figure above and then answer the questions that follow.
-Which characteristic of ferns restricts them to damp habitats?
A) a cuticle 
B) lack of roots 
C) small leaves 
D) swimming sperm

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Ferns have swimming sperm that require water to move from the male to the female reproductive parts for fertilization to occur. This necessity for water for reproduction restricts ferns to damp habitats where their sperm can successfully swim to reach the eggs.

Refer to the Figure Above and Then Answer the Questions