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Bryophytes and Pteridophytes produce a large number of male gametes but relatively vary few female gametes. Why ?

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Gamete Production**: - Bryophytes and Pteridophytes are two groups of non-flowering plants that reproduce via gametes. - Male gametes (sperm) are produced in large quantities compared to female gametes (eggs). 2. **Nature of Male and Female Gametes**: - Male gametes are motile and capable of swimming towards the female gametes. ...
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