A role for esterases in the fertilization process

197616 citationsJournal Article

Authors

Marion M. Bradford · University of Georgia

Robert A. McRorie · University of Georgia

William L. Williams · University of Georgia

Abstract

The corona penetrating enzyme of sperm is shown to be esterolytic in nature. This is the first known function of the several sperm esterases and indicates the cementing substance between cells of the corona radiata contains an essential ester linkage.

Topics & Keywords

Sperm and Testicular Function Reproductive biology and impacts on aquatic species Reproductive Biology and Fertility

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Zero hunger

Publication Details

Published in: Journal of Experimental Zoology

Volume 197, Issue 2, pp. 297-301

DOI: 10.1002/jez.1401970211

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