Moderate

The right sequence of stages during menstrual cycle:

Correct answer: C. Follicular --> ovulation --> luteal --> menstruation

  • A. Follicular stage --> luteal stage -> ovulation ---> menstrual
  • B. Follicular --> ovulation --> menstrual --> luteal
  • C. Follicular --> ovulation --> luteal --> menstruation
  • D. Menstrual --> luteal --> ovulation --> follicular

Explanation

Menstrual phase: This is the first phase of the menstrual cycle, and it begins when the lining of the uterus sheds. This phase typically lasts for 3-5 days.Follicular phase: This phase begins after menstruation and ends with ovulation. During this phase, an egg matures in one of the ovaries.Ovulation: This is the phase in which the egg is released from the ovary. Ovulation typically occurs around day 14 of a 28-day menstrual cycle.Luteal phase: This phase begins after ovulation and ends with the start of the next menstrual period. During this phase, the egg travels down the fallopian tube and implants in the uterus if it is fertilized. If the egg is not fertilized, it will break down and menstruation will begin again.Hence, the correct order is Follicular --> ovulation --> luteal --> menstruation. So, option C is correct.

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