What are the three functions of cervical mucosa? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply
1. Form the relatively fixed axis of the birth passage
2. Provide lubrication for the vaginal canal
3. Provide nourishment and protective maternal antibodies to infants
4. Provide an alkaline environment to shelter deposited sperm from the acidic vaginal secretions
5. Act as a bacteriostatic agent
2, 4, 5
Explanation: 2. The cervical mucosa provides lubrication for the vaginal canal.
4. The cervical mucosa provides an alkaline environment to shelter deposited sperm from the acidic vaginal secretions.
5. The cervical mucosa acts as a bacteriostatic agent.
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