Spermathecae of earthworm take part in

Collection of sperms of other animal

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Collection of sperms of the same animal

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Sperm maturation

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Fertilisation

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The correct option is B Collection of sperms of other animal
Spermathecae, which are four pairs are arranged one each in 6,7,8 and 9 th segments. Spermathecae are also called as seminal receptacles as they store spermatozoa from another worm in the diverticular region during copultion. The ampulla of spermathecae nourish the sperms.
So, the correct answer is 'Collection of sperms of other animal'.

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