Why Is External Water Not Essential for Fertilization in Seed

Multiple Choice

Why is external water not essential for fertilization in seed plants?

A) The sperm cells in seed plants are capable of resisting desiccation.
B) Seed plants use pollen instead of sperm for fertilization.
C) Pollen grains are transported by wind or an animal.
D) Sperm cells are used to transport pollen to the archegonia.
E) Ovules are contained within the pollen.