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Which hormone stimulates the secretion of androgens?
Which hormone stimulates the secretion of androgens?
- Testosterone
- Luteinising hormone (LH) (correct)
- Gonadotropin releasing hormone (GnRH)
- Follicle stimulating hormone (FSH)
Which cells does FSH act on?
Which cells does FSH act on?
- Leydig cells
- Sertoli cells (correct)
- Acrosome cells
- Mitochondrial cells
What is the function of the acrosome in a sperm?
What is the function of the acrosome in a sperm?
- It produces energy for sperm motility
- It contains enzymes for fertilization of the ovum (correct)
- It is a cap-like structure that covers the nucleus
- It helps in the synthesis and secretion of androgens
How many sperms does a human male ejaculate during coitus?
How many sperms does a human male ejaculate during coitus?
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What is the minimum percentage of sperms required to have normal shape and size for normal fertility?
What is the minimum percentage of sperms required to have normal shape and size for normal fertility?
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Which part of the sperm contains the elongated haploid nucleus?
Which part of the sperm contains the elongated haploid nucleus?
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What is the function of the mitochondria in the middle piece of the sperm?
What is the function of the mitochondria in the middle piece of the sperm?
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What is the function of FSH in spermatogenesis?
What is the function of FSH in spermatogenesis?
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What is the role of LH in spermatogenesis?
What is the role of LH in spermatogenesis?
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What is the purpose of the plasma membrane in a sperm?
What is the purpose of the plasma membrane in a sperm?
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