The clear, viscid alkaline mucus that improves the viability and motility of sperm is secreted by the
a. Bartholin's glands. c. sebaceous glands.
b. paraurethral glands. d. Skene's glands.
A
Bartholin's glands secrete a clear, viscid, odorless, alkaline mucus that improves the viability and motility of sperm along the female reproductive tract. The paraurethral glands (also known as Skene's glands) provide lubrication to protect the skin around the urethra. The sebaceous gland secretions are bactericidal and aid in lubrication.
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