What are the Key Histological Features of Egg Cells?
Egg cells, or oocytes, are among the largest cells in the body. Histologically, they are characterized by a large amount of cytoplasm, which contains nutrients and organelles necessary for the early stages of embryo development. Surrounding the oocyte is the zona pellucida, a glycoprotein layer that plays a critical role in sperm binding and activation. Additionally, the oocyte is surrounded by granulosa cells that provide support and nourishment.
