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Gametes
Spermatogenesis
Diet
100

what is the surface of the egg (ovum) coat known as?

Zona pellucida

100

what are some functions of sertoli cells?

  • Nursing Function: Supports, protect and provide nutrients to spermatogenic cells, regulating development to spermatozoa
  • Blood-testis barrier: create protective environment for developing sperm cells
  • Secrete inhibin B hormone that suppresses the release of FSH (negative feedback system)


100

What are potential consequences of consuming processed meat on sperm?

can lead to decreased sperm count, concentration, and total motility in males
200

The process in which sperm follows chemoattractants is called...

chemotaxis

200

what is a common signalling pathway found in sperm that regulates several cellular processes including speramtogenesis, acrosomal reaction, and capacitation?

MAPK signalling!
200

Walnuts and fatty fish contain _______ (a type of polyunsaturated fat), this may increase the amount of DHA in sperm membranes, thus increasing membrane fluidity and integrity and sperm progressive motility.

omega-3 fatty acids