10 Questions
What is the average length of the menstrual cycle in women?
28 days
Which part of the ovary contains the follicles that produce estrogen?
Cortex
What is the function of the medulla in the ovary?
Connective tissue
Where are the ovaries located in the female reproductive system?
Pelvic cavity
What is the role of the follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) and estrogen in the menstrual cycle?
Promote the growth of multiple follicles, with only one becoming dominant
Which hormone is produced by the follicular cells surrounding the ovum?
Estrogen
What occurs to the atretic follicles in the ovary during the menstrual cycle?
They regress and degenerate
How does the corpus luteum contribute to hormonal balance in the menstrual cycle?
It secretes estrogen and progesterone
What is the function of the fimbriae in the uterine tubes?
Cover each ovary partially and collect the ovum
Which layer of the uterus cyclically grows thicker due to estrogen and progesterone stimulation?
Endometrium
Test your knowledge with 32 multiple choice questions on the menstrual cycle in women, focusing on the regular cyclic changes and the periodic preparations for fertilization and pregnancy. Questions cover topics like menstrual bleeding, uterine mucosa shedding, and the length of the cycle.
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