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Which site does fertilization typically occur in humans?
Which site does fertilization typically occur in humans?
- Cervix
- Vagina
- Ampulla of uterine tube (correct)
- Uterus
How long can spermatozoa remain viable in the female reproductive tract?
How long can spermatozoa remain viable in the female reproductive tract?
- Up to 7 days
- Up to 1 day
- Up to 5 days (correct)
- Up to 3 days
What percentage of sperm deposited in the vagina enter the cervix?
What percentage of sperm deposited in the vagina enter the cervix?
- 1% (correct)
- 25%
- 5%
- 10%
How does sperm move within the female reproductive tract?
How does sperm move within the female reproductive tract?
What is the purpose of capacitation in sperm?
What is the purpose of capacitation in sperm?
Flashcards
Site of fertilization
Site of fertilization
Fertilization typically occurs in the ampulla of the uterine tube in humans.
Sperm viability duration
Sperm viability duration
Spermatozoa can remain viable in the female reproductive tract for up to 5 days.
Sperm entry percentage
Sperm entry percentage
Only about 1% of sperm deposited in the vagina successfully enter the cervix.
Sperm movement mechanism
Sperm movement mechanism
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Purpose of capacitation
Purpose of capacitation
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