fertalisation Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
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definition
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the fusing of a sperm and egg cell. marks the beginning of pregnancy. also known as conception
2
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when it occurs
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occurs once intercourse is finished
3
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what happens
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the sperm will make their way through the vagina to the fallopian tube. if an ovum is present, the sperm will attempt to break through the cell membrane. once this occurs no other sperm can enter the egg
4
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zygote
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created from the fusion of DNA
