Asked by Henry Rocha on Sep 26, 2024
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During ovulation, which of the following structures is not expelled from the ovary?
A) All of the granulosa cells in the follicle
B) The secondary oocyte
C) The corona radiata
D) The zona pellucida
E) All of these are expelled from the ovary during ovulation.
Granulosa Cells
Granulosa Cells are the somatic cells within an ovarian follicle that surround the developing oocyte, playing a key role in its development and hormone production.
Corona Radiata
A layer of cells that surrounds the ovum and sperm cells must penetrate during fertilization.
Zona Pellucida
A thick, transparent membrane surrounding the egg cell of mammals, playing a critical role in fertilization.
- Explain the process of ovulation and the fate of ovarian structures post-ovulation.
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Learning Objectives
- Explain the process of ovulation and the fate of ovarian structures post-ovulation.
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