During fertilization, the acrosome _____

A) prevents polyspermy by releasing enzymes that destroy surrounding sperm
B) digests the coatings surrounding the plasma membrane of the egg
C) nourishes sperm mitochondria, increasing sperm motility
D) injects the sperm nucleus into the egg during fertilization


Answer: B

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