How are acrosomal proteins released?

a. The most soluble acrosomal proteins are released first; bound acrosomal proteins are released second.

b. Bound acrosomal proteins are released first; soluble acrosomal proteins are released second.
c. Acrosomal proteins are released in one phase.
d. Acrosomal proteins are released after the zona pellucida is penetrated.
e. Acrosomal proteins are released as the sperm travels through the female reproductive tract before reaching the
egg.


ANSWER: a

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