Which ofthe following is one ofthe outer layers that surrounds theoocyte and the zygote?
a. The mitochondria
b. The nucleus
c. The acrosome
d. The zona pellucida

Question

Which ofthe following is one ofthe outer layers that surrounds theoocyte and the zygote?
a. The mitochondria
b. The nucleus
c. The acrosome
d. The zona pellucida

Accepted Answer

***D*** ∻Key Concept∻ ⚹Zona Pellucida⚹ ∻Explanation∻ ⚹The zona pellucida is a glycoprotein layer surrounding the plasma membrane of mammalian oocytes and is essential for fertilization, acting as a species-specific barrier to sperm.⚹◊What role does the zona pellucida play in fertilization and early development of the embryo?⍭ Generate me a similar question◊

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