Where does fertilisation most commonly occur in the oviduct of domestic mammals?
Correct answer: B. Ampulla
- A. Infundibulum
- B. Ampulla
- C. Isthmus
- D. Uterotubal junction
Explanation
The ampulla is the usual site where the ovum and sperm meet and fertilisation occurs. The infundibulum receives the ovulated oocyte, while the isthmus mainly transports the early embryo toward the uterus.
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