Why is the number of sperm produced always more than the number of eggs produced ?

Open in App

Solution

This is because it is tough for the sperms to reach the fallopian tube and only 0.02% of them reach the fallopian tube for fertilization with egg. On other hand, the egg is well protected. So, it is no use in producing more than one egg.

Suggest Corrections

Similar questions

The number of eggs produced in internal fertilisation is _____ than external fertilisation.

Could the number of eggs or young ones produced by an oviparous and viviparous mother be equal? Why?

Join BYJU'S Learning Program