The function of the secretion of prostate gland is to _____________.

Inhibit sperm activity

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Attract sperms

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Stimulate sperm avidity

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None of these

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Solution

The correct option is C Stimulate sperm avidity
The prostate gland is a single large gland that surrounds the urethra. It produces a slightly alkaline, milky secretion which forms 25% of the volume of semen. It possesses citric acid, enzymes (add phosphatase, amylase, pepsinogen) and prostaglandins. Secretion of the prostate gland nourishes and activates the spermatozoa to swim.

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	Accessory gland		Function
(i)	Seminal vesicle	(a)	Lubricates vagina
(ii)	Prostate gland	(b)	Provides energy, coagulation of sperms
(iii)	Cowper's gland	(c)	Neutralises acidity of vagina