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How much seman is required for fertilization of ovum ?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

1 sperm: There are about 400, 000 million sperm present when a man ejaculates. Only 1 is required to fertilize an egg.

Answered 3/13/2014

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