Egg Cell Flashcards
1
Q
What are egg cells?
A
Gametes
2
Q
The haploid nucleus contains how many chromosomes?
A
23 chromosomes ( DNA )
3
Q
What happens when the sperm and eggs nucleus fuses together?
A
They make a diploid nucleus ( 2 sets of chromosomes )
4
Q
What is a fertilised egg known as?
A
Zygote
5
Q
What does the large cytoplasm contain a lot of?
A
Nutrients for the fertilised egg
6
Q
What do the nutrients do for the fertilised egg?
A
It is used to help it develop into and embryo
7
Q
The cell membrane and ‘something’ hardens?
A
Jelly coat
8
Q
Why does the jelly coat and cell membrane harden after fertilisation?
A
To prevent more than one sperm entering
