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What is the primary mechanism by which millions of sperm are killed during fertilization?
What is the primary mechanism by which millions of sperm are killed during fertilization?
- Thick cervical mucus
- Phagocytic leukocytes
- Acidity (correct)
- Immunological response
What is the term for the process by which the sperm prepares for fertilization, involving the thinning of the membrane over the head?
What is the term for the process by which the sperm prepares for fertilization, involving the thinning of the membrane over the head?
- Acrosomal reaction
- Meiosis
- Fertilization
- Capacitation (correct)
What is the function of the proteins released during the acrosomal reaction?
What is the function of the proteins released during the acrosomal reaction?
- To stimulate the fusion of sperm and oocyte nuclei
- To release enzymes to penetrate the corona radiata and zona pellucida (correct)
- To prevent polyspermy
- To facilitate the binding of sperm to the zona pellucida
What is the term for the period of development during which the zygote undergoes meiosis and the polar body is ejected?
What is the term for the period of development during which the zygote undergoes meiosis and the polar body is ejected?
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What is the term for the condition in which the placenta covers the opening of the cervix?
What is the term for the condition in which the placenta covers the opening of the cervix?
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What is the average time it takes for the fertilized egg to reach the uterus?
What is the average time it takes for the fertilized egg to reach the uterus?
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