Asked by Nicole Ruffner on Jun 12, 2024

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Damage to the ________ would greatly reduce the amount of nutrient molecules provided to sperm cells.

A) seminal vesicles
B) bulbourethral glands
C) prostate gland
D) membranous urethra

Nutrient Molecules

Organic compounds and minerals that organisms consume and utilize for energy, growth, and cellular repair.

Sperm Cells

Male reproductive cells designed to fertilize the female ovum, contributing half of the genetic information to the offspring.

Seminal Vesicles

Glands that open into the vas deferens near its junction with the urethra, where they secrete many of the components of semen.

  • Identify the anatomy and physiology of male and female reproductive systems, including their contributions to gametogenesis and hormone control.
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Oudlie JosephJun 18, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The seminal vesicles contribute significantly to the volume of semen by producing a viscous, fructose-rich fluid that provides the primary energy source for sperm cells, thus greatly influencing the amount of nutrient molecules available to them.