Sperm Move from the Epididymis Through the Ductus Deferens

question 47

Multiple Choice

Sperm move from the epididymis through the ductus deferens:

• A)by the coordinated beating of their own flagella
• B)by the action of the cilia of the epididymis
• C)through peristaltic contration of smooth muscle lining the walls
• D)based on their concentration gradient
• E)through the contraction of skeletal muscle lining the walls.

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Definitions:

Compacted

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Fault Rupture

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Oval Shape

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