Ovarian Follicle and Oocyte Development
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What is the key event in the follicular phase of the menstrual cycle?

  • The development of the ovary
  • The development of the oocyte (correct)
  • The development of the uterus
  • The development of the corpus luteum
  • What marks the boundary between the follicle and the surrounding stroma?

  • The theca layer
  • The basal lamina (correct)
  • The granulosa cells
  • The cumulus oophorus
  • What is the structure of an ovarian follicle?

  • An oocyte surrounded by a basal lamina
  • An oocyte surrounded by a single layer of flattened follicular cells
  • An oocyte surrounded by one or more layers of granulosa cells (correct)
  • An oocyte surrounded by one or more layers of theca cells
  • What is the initial stage of ovarian follicles that are formed during fetal life?

    <p>Primordial follicles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) from the anterior pituitary gland?

    <p>To stimulate the growth of ovarian follicles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the other follicles that are recruited during the menstrual cycle?

    <p>They undergo atresia and die</p> Signup and view all the answers

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