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Acrosome.
Acrosome - as a noun
A process at the anterior end of a sperm cell that produces enzymes to facilitate penetration of the egg
Example Sentences
"The acrosome is a cap-like structure that covers the head of a sperm cell."
"The acrosome contains enzymes that are essential for fertilizing an egg."
"A damaged acrosome may impair the sperm's ability to penetrate the egg."
"The acrosome reaction releases enzymes to dissolve the outer layer of the egg."
"The acrosome reaction is triggered by contact with the zona pellucida."
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Is ACROSOME a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, acrosome is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
ACROSOME has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
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Valid WordACROSOME has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
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Valid WordACROSOME has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.