Which Statement Is True

question 27

Multiple Choice

Which statement is true?

• A) Male embryos are more vulnerable than female embryos therefore less likely to survive prenatally.
• B) Female embryos are more vulnerable than male embryos therefore less likely to survive prenatally.
• C) Male and female embryos are equally vulnerable prenatally making them equally likely to survive prenatally.
• D) X sperm swim faster and reach the ovum first while the Y sperm is more resistant to genetic disorders.

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Definitions:

Zinc

A chemical element with symbol Zn and atomic number 30, necessary for human health and involved in numerous bodily processes.

Cobalt

Cobalt is a chemical element with the symbol Co and atomic number 27, used in alloys, batteries, and as a pigment for its distinctive blue color.

Preterm Deliveries

Births that occur before the completion of 37 weeks of gestation, categorized as early, very early, or extremely early based on how many weeks premature the birth is.

Low-Birth-Weight

Refers to babies born with a weight of less than 2,500 grams (5 pounds, 8 ounces), often associated with higher risks of health issues.