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Because the uterus is closed when you are pregnant to protect.
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Why can a second sperm not penetrate an already fertilized ovum?
Once a sperm penetrates the egg, changes occur on the membrane, effectively making it impenetrable to others. It is possible, however, for 2 sperms to penetrate at the same time, which could mess things up.
How Is Sperm Cell Fertalized?
Sperm cells fertilize the ovum, they are not fertilized. The primary reason for how the term is used is because most sperm compete to reach and penetrate the egg.
Where does the excess sperm go when the egg is already fertilized?
The excess sperm dies and it dissolves.
Can a egg be fertilized before menustration if there is sperm already present before menustration?
Yes it can.
How does the sperm go about keeping the egg fertilized?
The sperm doesn't have to. Once the egg is fertilized it stays fertilized.
6 Why can a second sperm not penetrate an already fertilized ovum?
Once a sperm penetrates the egg, changes occur on the membrane, effectively making it impenetrable to others. It is possible, however, for 2 sperms to penetrate at the same time, which could mess things up.
How is a human egg fertilized?
Sperm
When a sperm unites with an egg what is the fertilized egg?
The gametes, or "sex cells" - the sperm and ovum (egg) - become the fertilized egg (zygote) when they fuse.
What is immediately produced when an animal's egg cell is fertilized by the sperm?
Zygote is immediately produced when an animal's egg cell is fertilized by the sperm.
Which component is vital for sperm to be able to penetrate the layers surrounding the egg?
The shape of the sperm is a component needed in order for the sperm to penetrate the layers surrounding the egg. Each sperm needs a head, tail, and mid-piece.
Are babies born by sparma?
First of all, it's called "sperm" or "sperma." Second, no. It's the egg cell that gets fertilized by the sperm cell and activates a process which evolves the egg.
Can sperm penetrate cotton?
No. It does not have strong enough 'swimming' capabilities to penetrate clothing, including cotton.
