Comparative Gametogenesis in Spermatogenesis and Oogenesis

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What structures connect the zona granulosa to the cumulus oophorus in the ovarian follicle?

  • Corpus albicans
  • Fimbriae (correct)
  • Theca interna
  • Theca externa

Which layer surrounds the entire ovarian follicle?

  • Zona pellucida
  • Follicular theca (correct)
  • Corpus luteum
  • Corona radiata

In oogenesis, which structure is responsible for nourishing the developing oocyte?

  • Corpus luteum (correct)
  • Sertoli cells
  • Follicular membrane
  • Zona pellucida

What is the primary function of the theca interna in the ovarian follicle?

<p>Hormone production (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the male reproductive system is analogous to the cumulus oophorus in females?

<p>Sertoli cells (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the fluid-filled cavity that forms within the developing follicle during oogenesis?

<p>Follicular antrum (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which layer of the ovarian follicle is responsible for the production of estrogen during oogenesis?

<p>Zona granulosa (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which structure is formed by the layer of granulosa cells that surround the developing oocyte?

<p>Corona radiata (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the innermost layer of the ovarian follicle, which contains the developing oocyte?

<p>Primary membrane (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which process occurs in the testes to produce spermatozoa?

<p>Spermatogenesis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the duration of spermatogenesis?

<p>Starts at puberty and continues to old age (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of follicle is characterized by a germ cell surrounded by layers of follicular cells with spaces forming a follicular cavity?

<p>Tertiary (Graafian) follicle (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many types of resulting cells are produced in spermatogenesis?

<p>2 types (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of oogenesis?

<p>Formation of female gametes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does spermatogenesis occur?

<p>In the testis (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the outcome of the maturation stage of spermatogenesis?

<p>Production of spermatozoa (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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