Infertility and spontaneous abortion increase with age primarily due to
A)uterine fibroids.
B)endometriosis.
C)highly acidic or basic vaginal secretions.
D)higher production of oocytes with abnormal chromosome numbers.

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As women age, their oocytes also age and are more likely to have abnormal chromosome numbers. This can lead to infertility and spontaneous abortion. Uterine fibroids and endometriosis can contribute to infertility, but do not necessarily increase with age. Highly acidic or basic vaginal secretions may affect fertility, but again, this is not age-dependent.

Infertility and Spontaneous Abortion Increase with Age Primarily Due to