Sperm

question 45

Multiple Choice

Sperm

• A)are stored in the vas deferens and the last part of the epididymis.
• B)travel from the seminiferous tubules to the epididymis by the beating action of their flagellae.
• C)travel through the vas deferens,then the ejaculatory duct,then the ureter during ejaculation.
• D)are expelled from the penis through the ureter.
• E)are no longer produced in individuals who have undergone a vasectomy.

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Definitions:

Klinefelter Syndrome

A genetic condition affecting males, characterized by an extra X chromosome, leading to symptoms such as reduced fertility and physical differences.

Fragile X Syndrome

A genetic disorder characterized by intellectual disability, behavioral challenges, and certain physical traits, caused by mutation in the FMR1 gene.

XYY Syndrome

A genetic condition in which a male has an extra Y chromosome, often associated with tall stature and, in some cases, subtle learning difficulties or behavioral issues.

In Vitro Fertilization

A medical procedure where an egg is fertilized by sperm outside the body, and the resulting embryo is then implanted in the uterus for pregnancy.