During an acrosome reaction, the acrosome:
A) detaches, allowing the sperm to penetrate the egg.
B) releases enzymes that digest the outer layer of the egg.
C) secretes calcium ions, which cause the sperm to fuse with the egg.
D) releases bindin, which causes the sperm to bind to the egg.
E) secretes a chemical that attracts the egg to the sperm.

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During the acrosome reaction, the acrosome releases enzymes that digest the outer layer of the egg, facilitating sperm penetration.

During an Acrosome Reaction, the Acrosome