What is another word for acrosome?
Pronunciation: [ˈakɹə͡ʊsˌə͡ʊm] (IPA) 
Acrosome is a term used in biology to describe a cap-like structure that covers the front part of a sperm's head. The acrosome contains enzymes that are essential for enabling the sperm to penetrate the egg during fertilization. Other terms that are synonymous with acrosome include the acrosomal cap, the acrosomal vesicle, and the gorget. The acrosome is important for the survival of the species, as without it, sperm would be unable to fertilize an egg, meaning that reproduction would not be possible. Understanding the function of the acrosome is therefore essential for those studying the biology of reproduction.
