How does the $zona$ $pellucida$ of the ovum help in preventing polyspermy?

  • A
    It secretes enzymes to digest the sperm.
  • B
    It undergoes a chemical change that prevents other sperms from binding.
  • C
    It physically blocks all sperms from entering the ovum.
  • D
    It attracts only one sperm and repels others.

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