JAMB - Biology (2001 - No. 12)

The structure that holds the yolk in position is labelled

II
I
IV
III

Explanation

I - Albumin

II - Shell

III - Chalaza

IV - Germinal disc

The chalazae are a pair of spring-like structures that project from the equatorial region of the vitelline membrane into the albumen and are considered to act as balancers, maintaining the yolk in a steady position in the laid egg.

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