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An egg only allows one sperm to enter and is fertilized by that one sperm: 2 cannot enter.
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What 2 cells created you?
A sperm and an egg.
Can 2 sperm reach the egg?
Yes, it is possible for 2 sperm to reach the egg, however only one will fertilize the egg. It isn't uncommon for more than 2 to reach the egg, depending how are along the egg is down the falopian tube. And how much sperm was ejaculated.
What are 2 kinds of gametes?
Sperm and egg.
What are the 2 sex cells?
sperm and egg
What are 2 kinds of sex cells that a gametophyte produces?
sperm cell and egg cells
Why is it important that only one sperm fertilize an egg?
it is important for 1 sprem to fertilize a human egg (Ova) in order to start the conception process. If 2 sprem Cells fertilize the 2 DIFFERENT Ova the mother will have "Fraternal Twins". However, if 2 sperm cells fertilize the SAME Ova (egg) the mother will have "Identical Twins". I hope that is the answer you were looking for?
How many sperm cells can enter an egg cell?
Only one sperm fertilises an egg in normal cases, abnormally there are chances of fertilization by 2 or more sperm cells but such a zygote usually does not survive.
What is the number of nuclei in a zygote?
a zygote is a fertilized egg. one that has formed by the fusion of an egg cell and a sperm cell
What are the causes of multiple births?
2 sperm cells hit the egg
What are 2 sex cells?
Two types of sex cells are> Sperm (in males)> Egg or ovum (in females)Sperm is produces in the testes.Ovum or egg is produced in the ovaries.Source(s):
Use the following terms to create a concept map meiosis egg cell division x chromosome mitosis y chromosomes sperm and sex cells?
Sperm enters the egg; egg turns because the 2 cells egg and sperm use mitosis to make more cells.
Describe how you were able to tell by observation when a sea urchin egg was fertilized?
after an egg is penetrated by a sperm, the egg and sperm nuclei fuse to form a single nucleus. within 2- 5 minutes after sperm penetration, a fertilization membrane forms beneath the jell coat to prevent the entry of additional sperm.
