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Egg Cell Specialisation Flashcards

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Largest Cell

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400 micrometers

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Lots of mitochondria in the cytoplasm

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Produce ATP by aerobic respiration for active transport

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Outer layer of cells - Corona Radiata

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Nourishes the egg & releases chemical attractant for sperm

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Haploid Nucleus

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23 chromosomes

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Jelly-like outer coat - Zona Pellucida

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Hardens after fertilisation, stopping more sperm from fertilising the egg

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Cortical Granules

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Contain enzymes to harden the Zona Pellucida

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