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ZOO 101 Maturation, Reproduction and Sexuality in man Objective Question

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What is the correct order of events in fertilization?
Options
A Membrane fusion, acrosomal reaction, cortical reaction, zygote formation
B Sperm transport, capacitation, sperm-egg binding, acrosomal reaction, membrane fusion, cortical reaction, zygote formation
Correct Answer
C Capacitation, sperm transport, cortical reaction, zygote formation
D Acrosomal reaction, membrane fusion, sperm transport, zygote formation
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Fertilization involves a sequence of events: sperm transport, capacitation, binding, acrosomal reaction, membrane fusion, cortical reaction, and finally zygote formation.

Hint

Capacitation enhances the sperm's ability to fertilize.

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