Sperm structure and function

Question 1

List the process of sperm development to exiting the body in order..

Answer 1

1. Sperm is created in the seminiferous tubules
2. Matured and stored in Epididymus
3. sperm is also stored in the Ductus Deferens ( this carries the sperm from the testes to the urethra )
4. Stored in urethra just before ejaculation
5. Accessory glands ( Prostrate, Cowpers (bulbourethral), seminal vesicle) adds secretion to semen
6. Semen and sperm exist through the penis

Question 2

Where does sperm mature?

Answer 2

In the epididymus and seminiferous tubules

Question 3

The prostate gland produces the seminal fluid, what is the ph of it?

Answer 3

7.5, a slightly basic fluid that is needed to counteract the acidity level of the vegina

Question 4

What fluid provides fructose energy for sperm?

Answer 4

Seminal fluid

Question 5

Seminal fluid in sperm contains prostaglandins, a chemical which cause the uterus to..

Answer 5

contract

Question 6

Seminal fluid in sperm aids in movement of sperm to the..

Answer 6

egg (mucous)

Question 7

A single sperm has how many chromosomes?

Answer 7

23 in the head

Question 8

In a sperm head, an acrosome is attached which contains a type of..

Answer 8

lysosome which contains hydrolytic enzymes

Question 9

The head of a sperm does what to the egg when in contact?

Answer 9

it digest the protective barrier of the egg so sperm can penetrate

Question 10

The middle piece of the sperm contains a..

Answer 10

mitochondria ( for energy )

Question 11

A sperm tail is used for..

Answer 11

locomotion