Question 36
Animal Improvement and BreedingThe egg yolk in the diluents used in artificial insemination
- A.protect the semen from mixing with the glycine.
- B.prevents the semen from being contaminated.
- C.protect the semen from sunlight.
- D.provide food for the spermatozoa.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: D (provide food for the spermatozoa.)
Explanation
Egg yolk supplies nutrients for the sperm and protects them from cold shock.