The process by which the acrosome membranes of sperm break down is known as ________.
A) the acrosomal reaction
B) cleavage
C) ovulation
D) implantation

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The breakdown of the acrosome membranes of sperm is known as the acrosomal reaction. This process allows the sperm to release enzymes that help it penetrate the outer layer of the ovum during fertilization. Cleavage refers to the early cell division that occurs in the zygote after fertilization. Ovulation is the release of an egg from the ovary. Implantation is the process by which the blastocyst attaches to the uterine lining.

The Process by Which the Acrosome Membranes of Sperm Break