Acrosomal

Synonyms of acrosomal

• headpiece
• cap-like
• helmet-like

Antonyms of acrosomal

• non-acrosomal
• non-cap-like
• non-headpiece

Collocations of acrosomal

acrosomal vesicle

Frequency: 70 %

The acrosomal vesicle plays a crucial role in fertilization.

acrosomal reaction

Frequency: 65 %

The acrosomal reaction is necessary for sperm penetration of the egg.

acrosomal enzymes

Frequency: 60 %

Acrosomal enzymes help sperm break through the outer layer of the egg.

acrosomal membrane

Frequency: 50 %

The acrosomal membrane fuses with the egg membrane during fertilization.

acrosomal contents

Frequency: 45 %

The acrosomal contents of the sperm contain enzymes needed for fertilization.

Idiomatic Expressions for acrosomal

• Phrase: acrosomal enzymes
  Meaning: enzymes stored in the acrosome of sperm cells that aid in the penetration of the egg's protective layer
  Usage: Acrosomal enzymes play a key role in fertilization by breaking down the zona pellucida.