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What happens if fertilization does not occur during the menstrual cycle?
What happens if fertilization does not occur during the menstrual cycle?
Which hormone causes a follicle to grow in the ovary during the menstrual cycle?
Which hormone causes a follicle to grow in the ovary during the menstrual cycle?
During which phase of the menstrual cycle does the lining of the uterus break down leading to menstruation?
During which phase of the menstrual cycle does the lining of the uterus break down leading to menstruation?
What is the main function of ovulation during the menstrual cycle?
What is the main function of ovulation during the menstrual cycle?
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Menstrual Cycle
- If fertilization does not occur, the thickened lining of the uterus will break down, leading to menstruation.
Follicle Growth
- Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) causes a follicle to grow in the ovary during the menstrual cycle.
Menstruation
- The lining of the uterus breaks down leading to menstruation during the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle.
Ovulation
- The main function of ovulation during the menstrual cycle is to release an egg from the ovary into the fallopian tube, making it available for fertilization.
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Test your knowledge of the phases of the menstrual cycle with this quiz. From the follicular phase to the luteal phase, this quiz covers the key events and hormonal changes that occur during each stage of the menstrual cycle.
