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Which statement best defines fertilization?

AA fertilized egg that has begun cell division
BThe joining of an egg and a sperm
CThe period of about 40 weeks when a developing embryo or fetus is in the uterus
DThe process by which the uterus contracts to push the fetus out of the woman's body through the vagina

Verified Answer :

Fertilization is when an egg and a sperm join to fertilize the egg. So, B is the correct answer.

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Fertilization is the union of a human egg and sperm. During fertilization between two gametes a zygote , which is a eukaryotic cell is formed. The following statement best describes fertilizitaion: The joining of an egg and a sperm. Correct answer: B It is the fusion of haploid gametes, egg and sperm, to form the diploid zygote.