Mosses and ferns tend to be most abundant in warm,moist climates.Why do mosses and ferns have problems with reproduction in deserts?

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Mosses and ferns require water for reproduction because their sperm must swim to reach the egg for fertilization to occur. In deserts where water is scarce, there is no moisture to facilitate this process, which hinders their ability to reproduce. While options A and B are also true, they do not fully explain the issue with reproduction in deserts, as not all plants require pollen or seeds for reproduction. Option D is incorrect as ovules do not swim, rather they are stationary and receive the sperm via water or wind.

Mosses and Ferns Tend to Be Most Abundant in Warm,moist