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Which of the following layers of the ovum undergoes changes to prevent polyspermy when sperm contacts with it ?
(a) Corona radiata
(b) Plasma membrane
(c) Zona pellucida
(d) Tunica albuginea

A

Corona radiata

B

Plasma membrane

C

Zona pellucida

D

Tunica albuginea

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