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Common Diseases and Disorders of the Reproductive System — Unit test

Question 7 • *GV 2018 - P.E. Health Science Concepts - PE361

Which explains why only one set of DNA combines with an ovum when there are millions of sperm ejaculated?

Answer
A
Multiple sets of DNA enter the ovum.
B
The ovum dissolves so only one set of DNA is present.
C
Only one sperm cell makes it to the ovum.
D
The ovum only accepts one sperm cell and blocks the rest.

Explanation

When one sperm enters the ovum, the ovum changes its outer membrane so other sperm cannot enter. This prevents extra sets of DNA from combining with the ovum. The correct choice is “The ovum only accepts one sperm cell and blocks the rest.”

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