Which one of the following cells produce the first polar body during oogenesis in female reproductive system?
Correct answer: C. Primary oocytes
- A. Oogonia
- B. Ovum
- C. Primary oocytes
- D. Secondary oocytes
Explanation
Primary oocytes are the initial cells in oogenesis that pause in prophase I until puberty. Upon resuming meiosis I, they produce a secondary oocyte and a first polar body, with the secondary oocyte continuing toward potential fertilization.
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