Multiple Choice
Which of these describes the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle?
76
views
27. The Reproductive System
Introduction to the Reproductive System
Struggling with Anatomy & Physiology?
Join thousands of students who trust us to help them ace their exams!Watch the first videoMultiple Choice
Which description is true for a primary oocyte?
A
It completes meiosis I immediately after being formed.
B
It is formed during the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle.
C
It undergoes meiosis II to form a secondary oocyte.
D
It is arrested in prophase I of meiosis until puberty.
Verified step by step guidance1
Understand the process of oogenesis, which is the formation of oocytes in the female reproductive system.
Recognize that oogenesis begins with the formation of primary oocytes during fetal development.
Learn that primary oocytes are arrested in prophase I of meiosis during fetal development and remain in this stage until puberty.
At puberty, hormonal changes trigger the continuation of meiosis I, but only a few primary oocytes complete meiosis I to form secondary oocytes.
Note that the secondary oocyte is arrested in metaphase II and will only complete meiosis II if fertilization occurs.
2:24mWatch next
Master Roadmap of Chapter with a bite sized video explanation from Bruce Bryan
Start learningRelated Videos
Related Practice
Introduction to the Reproductive System practice set
Problem sets built by lead tutorsExpert video explanations