CET Karnataka Medical CET - Karnataka Medical Solved Paper-2010

  • question_answer
    In the absence of acrosome, the sperm cannot

    A)  get food

    B)  swim

    C)  penetrate the egg

    D)  get energy

    Correct Answer: C

    Solution :

    Acrosome is a membrane bound sac derived from the Golgi apparatus, located at the tip of the sperm. The acrosome plays an important role in fertilization. It contains hydrolytic enzymes, when the sac ruptures upon contact with the egg, aid in penetration of the egg membrane, so, in the absence of acrosome, the sperm can not penetrate the egg.


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