Human Reproduction Question 445

Question: The nutritive medium for the ejaculated sperms is given by [CPMT 1992]

Options:

A) Seminal fluid

B) Vaginal fluid

C) Uterine lining

D) Fallopian tube

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Answer:

Correct Answer: A

Solution:

Seminal fluid has a pH about 7.4 and contains fructose, citrate, ascorbic acid prostaglandins and various enzymes.

The fructose is a source of energy for the spermatazoa.