Question

1. why does semen contain fructose? fructose provides energy for the development of the fertilized egg. fructose travels with the sperm to feed the egg before it is fertilized. fructose breaks down to provide energy for the penis. fructose feeds sperm, enabling them to survive long enough to fertilize an egg.

Explanation:

Sperm need energy to swim and survive long enough to reach and fertilize an egg. Fructose in semen acts as an energy - source for sperm. It is not for the development of the fertilized egg, feeding the egg before fertilization, or providing energy for the penis.

Answer:

Fructose feeds sperm, enabling them to survive long enough to fertilize an egg.