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fertilization membrane
 

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Noun fertilization membrane has 1 sense
  1. fertilization membrane - the membrane that forms around a fertilized ovum and prevents penetration by additional spermatozoon
    --1 is a kind of     membrane, tissue layer

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Fertilization Membrane

Definition: The fertilization membrane is a protective barrier that forms around the egg after fertilization. It prevents the entry of additional sperm and protects the developing embryo.

Example Sentences:

  1. Upon fertilization, the ovum produces a fertilization membrane to protect itself from further sperm penetration.
  2. The fertilization membrane acts as a defense mechanism, ensuring that only one sperm can fertilize the egg.
  3. During the process of fertilization, the sperm's enzymes trigger the formation of the fertilization membrane.

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