Question

A sex gland which contributes fluid containing fructose that provides spermatozoa energy for swimming and hormone prostaglandins that stimulate actions in the female reproductive tract to aid sperm-ovum interaction is

• A. Cowper's gland
• B. Prostate gland
• C. Seminal vesicle
• D. Preputial gland

Answer 1

The correct option is C Seminal vesicle

• The seminal vesicles are a pair of sac-like structures near the base of the bladder. Their ducts join the vasa deferentia to loan the ejaculatory ducts. They produce an alkaline secretion that contains fructose, prostaglandins, and clotting proteins that are different from those in blood.
• The prostaglandins stimulate uterine contractions and thus may help the sperm to move towards the female's oviducts, where fertilization takes place. Fructose is present in the seminal fluid and is not produced anywhere else in the body. It provides energy to sperms for moving.

So, the correct answer is 'Seminal vesicle'.