Biology (MindTap Course List)
Biology (MindTap Course List)
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ISBN: 9781337392938
Author: Eldra Solomon, Charles Martin, Diana W. Martin, Linda R. Berg
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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To determine: The function of the cortical reaction in echinoderms.

Introduction: During reproduction, genetic information is exchanged between the male and female gametes of an organism. For this, they must fuse first. The process of fusion is called fertilization. The fusion leads to the formation of a zygote which is also known as the fertilized egg. This process is very important and should be carried out with great accuracy.

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To determine: The function of the cortical reaction in mammals.

Introduction: During fertilization, genetic information is exchanged between the male and female gametes of an organism. The fusion leads to the formation of a zygote which is also called the fertilized egg. This process is very important and should be carried out with great accuracy.

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