The Kong et al. paper we read demonstrated the importance of…
The Kong et al. paper we read demonstrated the importance of the natriuretic peptide C (NPPC) and its receptor NPR2 in mammalian chemotaxis. A. Describe the experimental results that demonstrated that the expression of NPPC comes from the oviduct lining in the ampulla, in response to signals from the oocyte. Be sure to mention the relevant controls in this experiment, and indicate whether this was a find it, lose it, or move it experiment. B. Describe the experimental result that demonstrated the in vivo (in the organism) requirement for NPPC and its signaling in mammalian fertilization. Be sure to mention whether this was a find it, lose it, or move it experiment.
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A dogma in the mammalian fertilization field claims that sperm undergo the acrosome reaction upon contact with the egg zona pellucida. Which of the statements below are research results discussed in this class that challenge the accuracy of this dogma, especially in the context of natural mating? Check all correct answers (more than one may be chosen).
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