Asked by Victoria Brungot on May 14, 2024
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On a microscopic slide of the ovarian cortex, we are likely to see follicles in different stages of development (primordial follicles, primary follicles, secondary follicles, and mature follicles).
Ovarian Cortex
The outer layer of the ovary that contains the developing eggs (oocytes).
Primordial Follicles
The earliest stage of development of ovarian follicles, consisting of an immature egg cell surrounded by a single layer of granulosa cells.
Mature Follicles
Follicles in the ovary that are fully developed and capable of releasing an egg during ovulation.
- Distinguish between the different phases of follicle development in the ovary.
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Shermaine ClarkMay 17, 2024
Final Answer :
True
Explanation :
The ovarian cortex contains follicles in different stages of development, ranging from primordial follicles to mature follicles.
Learning Objectives
- Distinguish between the different phases of follicle development in the ovary.