What is the function of fibrogenase, which causes temporary coagulation of semen in reproduction?
a. It is thought to increase the mobility of the sperm.
b. It is thought to prevent spillage of semen from the vagina.
c. It is thought to block female antibodies from killing the sperm.
d. From an evolutionary perspective, it is thought to kill off the sperm of competing males.
ANS: B
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