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Human Reproduction

Question
CBSEENBI12001876

How is the entry of only one sperm and not many ensured into an ovum during fertilisation in humans? 

Solution

During fertilisation, a sperm comes in contact with the zona pellucida layer of the ovum and with the help of acrosomal secretions induces changes in the membrane that block the entry of additional sperms. Thus, it ensures that only one sperm can fertilise an ovum