The release of a_is timed to coincide with the thickening of the lining of the uterus:
Correct answer: D. Secondary oocyte
- A. Polar body
- B. Ovum
- C. Primary oocyte
- D. Secondary oocyte
Explanation
The correct answer is Option D: Secondary oocyte. The release of the secondary oocyte occurs during ovulation, which is coordinated with the thickening of the uterine lining (endometrium) to prepare for potential implantation of a fertilized egg. The polar body, primary oocyte, and ovum are not directly involved in this specific timing. The polar body is a non-functional byproduct of oocyte development, the primary oocyte is an immature egg cell, and the ovum is the mature egg cell that results from fertilization of the secondary oocyte.
Report an error
The more specific you are, the faster it gets fixed. A source beats an opinion.
Prefer email? [email protected]
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.
Discussion
Stuck on an option, or know a faster way to get there? Ask or explain it here.
No comments yet. Be the first to explain this one.
Exams that ask Biology questions like this
Biology is on 8 papers prepared for on TestUstad, and all of them draw the same bank, so this question is worth knowing for every one of them.
More Reproduction questions
_cycle is a reproductive cycle found in all female mammals, EXCEPT human being:
Pick up the inner lining of uterus:
The hormone, produced by the corpus luteum, that promotes the development of the uterine lining in females is called:
The_cycle in humans involves the preparation of the uterine wall to receive the embryo if fertilization occurs:
The release of ovum from Graafian follicles takes place during _day.
In human female, ovulation occurs during menstrual cycle: