What Is a Major Function of Protamines in Spermatogenesis

question 9

Multiple Choice

What is a major function of protamines in spermatogenesis?

• A)They prevent autoimmune reactions against the spermatozoa.
• B)They are instrumental in the formation of the acrosome.
• C)They are associated with the membrane receptors for luteinizing hormone on the primary spermatocyte.
• D)They displace nuclear histones and allow compaction of the nuclear chromatin.
• E)They coat the maturing spermatozoa in the epididymis.

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