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Question
Name the three main regions of the human sperm, and briefly mention the function of each.
Solution
- Head (Acrosome): The acrosome at the top of the head of the sperm secretes an enzyme (hyaluronidase), which facilitates entry of the sperm into the egg by dissolving the wall of the ovum.
- Middle Piece (Mitochondria): The mitochondria contained in the middle piece, provide energy (ATP) for the activity of the sperm to swim.
- Tail (Axial Filament): The tail makes lashing movements for propulsion.
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State whether the following statement is true (T) or false (F):
A fertilised egg becomes a seed.
Mention the function of Seeds.
State whether the following statement is true or false:
Fertilization occurs in the vagina.
Name the following:
Fusion of sperm and ovum.
Name the following:
Virgin birth
Give Reasons
A large number of sperms are required for fertilizing one egg.
Give Technical Term:
The place where fertilization occurs in the female reproductive system.
Mention, if the following statement is True or False. If false rewrite the wrong statement in its correct form:
Sperm is a highly motile male gamete.
Multiple Choice Question:
Ovulation in mammals is a process in which
Fertilization takes place in ______.
