Question

select the correct answer.
what will the likely effect be if the bulbourethral gland in males fails to perform its function?
a. the sperm will be immature.
b. the sperm will lack nourishment.
c. the sperm will not develop a flagellum.
d. the sperm will not survive the acidic conditions in the vagina.
e. the sperm will lack digestive enzymes in their lysosomes.

Explanation:

The bulbourethral gland secretes a fluid that helps neutralize the acidic environment in the vagina. If it fails to perform its function, the sperm will not survive the acidic conditions in the vagina.

Answer:

D. The sperm will not survive the acidic conditions in the vagina.