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In corona rad...

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In corona radiate, the cells are held together by

A

Cytoplasmic connections

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Cell membrane interdigitations

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Thin layer of intercellular cement

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Hyaluronic acid

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Solution

The correct option is C Hyaluronic acid
Multiple layers of granulosa cells are arranged around ovum, known as corona radiata. These cells are adhered to each other by hyaluronic acid. Acrosome of sperm contains hyaluronidase especially to dissolve this hyaluronic acid and penetration of the ovum by sperm.
So, the correct option is 'Hyaluronic acid'.

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