Question

State whether the following sentences are True (T) or False (F):

Semen is a mixture of sperms and fluid containing nutrients.

• A. True
• B. False

Answer 1

The correct option is A True

1. Semen is the mixture of sperms and secretions from seminal vesicles, prostate gland, and Cowper’s (bulbourethral gland).
2. Thus, it is the product of seminiferous tubules (spermatozoa) and associated glands.
3. It is alkaline in reaction and contains mainly citrate, ascorbic acid, acid phosphatases and fructose, and the hormone prostaglandin.
4. The secretion nourishes and activates the spermatozoa to swim in the female reproductive tract.

Final Answer: The given statement is true.