Term Name: | structural constituent of egg coat |
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Synonyms: | structural constituent of vitelline envelope, structural constituent of zona pellucida |
Definition: | The action of a molecule that contributes to the structural integrity of an egg coat. An egg coat is a specialized extracellular matrix that surrounds the ovum of animals. The egg coat provides structural support and can play an essential role in oogenesis, fertilization and early development. |
Ontology: | GO: Molecular Function [GO:0035804] QuickGO AmiGO |