Question

How do the sperms reach the egg during external fertilization in water bodies?

• A. Eggs float to the sperms
• B. Sperms randomly swim to the eggs using tail
• C. Animals carry sperms to the egg
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is B Sperms randomly swim to the eggs using tail

In external fertilization, as the eggs are laid, the male deposits sperms over them. Each sperm swims randomly in water with the help of its long tail. The sperms come in contact with the eggs and this results in fertilisation.

So, the correct option is B