Chapter 4 - HUMAN GAMETES Flashcards
1
Q
in terms of size, which sex cell is bigger?
A
the egg
2
Q
key differences: egg
A
- much larger than sperm
- has it’s own food store
- a layer of jelly to protect the cell, which hardens after fertilisation
3
Q
key differences: sperm
A
- nucleus in head
- tail to swim
- has a streamlined shape