6 Questions
What is the primary mechanism by which millions of sperm are killed during fertilization?
Acidity
What is the term for the process by which the sperm prepares for fertilization, involving the thinning of the membrane over the head?
Capacitation
What is the function of the proteins released during the acrosomal reaction?
To release enzymes to penetrate the corona radiata and zona pellucida
What is the term for the period of development during which the zygote undergoes meiosis and the polar body is ejected?
Pre-embryonic stage
What is the term for the condition in which the placenta covers the opening of the cervix?
Placenta previa
What is the average time it takes for the fertilized egg to reach the uterus?
1-2 days
Learn about the fascinating process of fertilization, where a sperm and an oocyte combine to form a zygote. Discover how millions of sperm are eliminated due to acidity and other barriers, and how the surviving sperm make their way to the fallopian tubes. Take this quiz to understand the intricacies of fertilization and the formation of a new life.
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