Q168 / 200 · NEET 2012 (Screening) · Zoology

Which one of the following statements is false in respect of viability of mammalian sperm?

  • Correct answer
    A
    Sperm is viable for only up to $24 \mathrm{~h}$
  • B
    Survival of sperm depends on the $\mathrm{pH}$ of the medium and is more active in alkaline medium
  • C
    Viability of sperm is determined by its motility
  • D
    Sperms must be concentrated in a thick suspension

Solution

Sperms are viable for $24 \mathrm{~h}$ to $48 \mathrm{~h}$, whereas the human ovum is viable only for $24 \mathrm{~h}$.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'A'.

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