The Eggs Released by Sponges During Reproduction Have Proteins on Their

question 54

Multiple Choice

The eggs released by sponges during reproduction have proteins on their surfaces that prevent sperm from different sponge species from binding to the eggs. What type of reproductive isolation would include this example?

• A) gamete compatibility
• B) hybrid inviability
• C) mechanical reproductive isolation
• D) behavioral reproductive isolation

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