Biology: The Dynamic Science (MindTap Course List)
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Chapter 49, Problem 14TYK
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The structure that protects the oocyte and egg from attack by antibodies in the human female.
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Sertoli cells are present in the human male reproductive system. These are are present in the seminiferous tubules of the testis. Sperms are also produced in the seminiferous tubules. Sertoli cells are supportive cells surrounded by the developing spermatocytes in the seminiferous tubules.
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Biology: The Dynamic Science (MindTap Course List)
Ch. 49.1 - Prob. 1SBCh. 49.2 - What are egg coats, and what is their function?...Ch. 49.2 - Prob. 2SBCh. 49.3 - Outline the roles of follicle-stimulating hormone...Ch. 49.4 - How does the oral contraceptive pill prevent...Ch. 49 - Prob. 1TYKCh. 49 - Which of the following processes does not increase...Ch. 49 - Prob. 3TYKCh. 49 - Prob. 4TYKCh. 49 - The slow block to polyspermy: a. is caused by a...
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