Write the function of each of the following.
(a) Seminal vesicle (b) Scutellum (c) Acrosome of human sperm

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(a) Seminal vesicle: Its secretion constitutes seminal plasma which is rich in fructose, calcium, and enzymes.

(b) Scutellum: Papery cotyledon of the monocot seed and acts as a passage for movement of nutrients from the endosperm to the developing embryo.

(c) Acrosome: It contains hydrolytic enzymes that help in penetration of egg during fertilization.

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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

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