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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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