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Author Question: During fertilization, the acrosomal contents A) block polyspermy. B) help propel (Read 482 times)

sammy

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on: Oct 2, 2013
During fertilization, the acrosomal contents
A) block polyspermy.
B) help propel more sperm toward the egg.
C) digest the protective jelly coat on the surface of the egg.
D) nourish the mitochondria of the sperm.
E) trigger the completion of meiosis by the sperm.


Yolanda

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Reply #1 on: Oct 7, 2013

For sure it has to be C Mark as solved once you're done!


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