Multiple Choice
What is the role of calcium signalling in prevention of polyspermy?
A) Calcium is toxic to the sperm and kills the sperm preventing fertilization.
B) Calcium signalling results in formation of a fertilization envelope.
C) Calcium signalling directs the sperm to another egg in the vicinity.
D) Increases in calcium ensure there is no room for the sperm to fertilize the egg.
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