About semen
Normal semen

by Jerry Kennard

for About.com

Updated January 05, 2007

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Normal Semen

The Look: Semen is usually a cloudy white fluid that within 30 minutes becomes runny and clear.

The Smell: Chlorine type smell in semen is normal.

The Taste: Slightly sweet due to fructose. The taste of semen tends to change slightly from person to person.

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