For an ovum to be fertilized, it must encounter a spermatozoon in the ampulla of the uterine tube within ________ of the oocyte's passage.
A) 3-5 hours
B) 8-12 hours
C) 12-24 hours
D) 7 days
E) 9 days

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For an ovum to be fertilized, it must encounter a spermatozoon in the ampulla of the uterine tube within 12-24 hours of the oocyte's passage. This timeframe is crucial for successful fertilization.

For an Ovum to Be Fertilized, It Must Encounter a Spermatozoon