Author Question: In a newly fertilized egg, the vitelline layer A) opens the egg's nuclear membra (Read 736 times)

sammy

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In a newly fertilized egg, the vitelline layer
A) opens the egg's nuclear membrane to allow haploid sperm DNA to enter.
B) hardens to form a protective cover.
C) secretes hormones that enhance steroidogenesis by the ovary.
D) reduces the loss of water from the egg and prevents desiccation.
E) provides most of the nutrients used by the zygote.



Yolanda

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



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