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The secretion of male accessory glands makes the semen alkaline. What is the significance of alkaline nature of semen?

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Composition of Semen:** - Semen is composed of sperm cells and various fluids secreted by male accessory glands, which include the seminal vesicles, prostate gland, and bulbourethral glands. 2. **Identifying the pH of Semen:** - The fluids from these glands contribute to making semen alkaline, which means it has a pH greater than 7. ...
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