Reproductive System Quiz: Gametogenesis and Fertilization
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Which of the following is NOT a correct statement about oogenesis?

  • The secondary oocyte can be fertilised up to 72 hours after ovulation.
  • The first meiotic division of oogenesis occurs in the secondary follicle.
  • FSH induces the follicular epithelial cells to become theca interna.
  • Ovulation is caused by a sudden rise in FSH level in the blood. (correct)
  • Which TWO statements are correct about spermiogenesis?

  • As the final step in spermiogenesis, the sperm cells gain motility in the seminiferous tubules. (correct)
  • FSH induces the follicular epithelial cells to become theca interna.
  • A metamorphosis occurs during spermiogenesis.
  • The acrosome is located at the head end of the sperm and contains an enzyme-rich cytoplasm.
  • Which of the following is the ONLY correct statement about gametogenesis?

  • The ovaries of newborn girls contain primary ovarian follicles. (correct)
  • In the female reproductive tract, sperm cells can survive for several days.
  • The process of spermato- and spermiogenesis takes about 74 days.
  • Cytoplasmic bridges formed during spermatogenesis allow developing cells to exchange their Y chromosomes.
  • Choose the ONLY correct statement about granulosa cells during oogenesis.

    <p>Granulosa cells are derived from follicular epithelial cells during oogenesis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When does the first meiotic division of female gametogenesis begin?

    <p>During the embryonic life</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is the first meiotic division of the oocyte completed?

    <p>At the time of birth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about the primary oocyte soon after birth is correct?

    <p>It is in the prophase of first meiotic division</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to a large number of oogonia and primary oocyte during intrauterine life?

    <p>They become atretic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which process are the neck, middle piece, and tail of sperm cells formed?

    <p>Spermiogenesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When do oogonia differentiate into primary oocytes and start meiosis I?

    <p>Intrauterine life</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the primordial follicle consist of after birth?

    <p>Primary oocyte surrounded by simple squamous epithelium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When does the majority of oogonia become atretic?

    <p>By the third month of intrauterine life</p> Signup and view all the answers

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