But since they were frozen in such a dense mass, the shrimp got waterlogged before they had a chance to defrost. If you encounter a shrimp block in the future, keep it in its bag and sink the whole thing in a bowl of cool water (like you would defrost chicken or a steak). Then, once itâs softened you can run under cool water to finish the job if necessary.
Definition - What does Acrosome Reaction mean? The acrosomal reaction is the process of two sex gametes, known as the egg cell and the sperm cell, fusing together, causing fertilization. Acrosomal reactions are an essential step of conception, and any abnormality can prevent fertilization and cause infertility.
The hydrolysis of polymers by hydrolytic enzyme s results in free monomers. Hydrolytic enzyme s enable the acrosomal process to penetrate the egg 's jelly coat. The tip of the acrosomal process adheres to special receptor proteins on the egg 's surface. These receptor s extend through the vitelline layer, just external to the egg 's plasma membrane.