Q218
Reproductive cells in human beings are produced
A.
in greater numbers for a longer period of time in the male
AnswerB.
in equal number in both sexes
C.
for a longer period in the female than in male
D.
in greater numbers by the female than by the male
Answer: Option A
Solution
Answer: Option A
Solution:
Reproductive cells in human beings are produced in greater numbers for a longer period of time in the male. Sexual reproduction occurs through the union of sex cells, or gametes. Gametes differ widely in males versus females for a given organism. For humans, male gametes are called spermatozoa while female gametes are called ova. Spermatozoa are also known as sperm and ova are also known as eggs.