The Egg and the Sperm implies that science has constructed a romance, based on stereotypical male and female roles. Martin’s stereotype implications suggest that, “female biological processes are less worthy than their male counterparts but also that women are less worthy.” (Martin 846) The sperm is so commonly portrayed as the superior reproductive organ, and the egg a degenerate and dislodging reproductive part. According to the essay, “the egg is portrayed as a damsel in distress, shielded only by her sacred garments; and the sperm as heroic warrior to the rescue.” (Martin 852) The argument is that the sperm plays a more vital role than the egg, or in life the male plays more prominent roles than females. If science textbooks are subliminally
