Moderate

The hormone secreted by the pituitary to start the ovulation process is:

Correct answer: B. Luteinizing hormone

  • A. FSH
  • B. Luteinizing hormone
  • C. Oestrogen
  • D. Progesterone

Explanation

LH is secreted by the anterior pituitary gland. LH surge triggers ovulation. This surge in LH levels stimulates the mature Graafian follicle to rupture and release the egg from the ovary, initiating ovulation.

Last updated

About Reproduction

Human reproduction covers the male and female reproductive organs, gamete formation, fertilization, implantation and hormonal regulation. The menstrual cycle includes ovarian and uterine changes controlled by pituitary and ovarian hormones, while sexually transmitted diseases are studied through their causes, transmission, symptoms, prevention and effects on fertility.

Practise Reproduction

1,220 free Reproduction MCQs from Biology, each with the correct answer and an explanation. Unlimited attempts, no account needed.

Exams that ask Biology questions like this

Biology is on 6 papers prepared for on TestUstad, and all of them draw the same bank, so this question is worth knowing for every one of them.

Related questions