What is a major difference between spermatogenesis and oogenesis?
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The question is asking for the major difference between the processes of spermatogenesis and oogenesis, which are the two forms of gametogenesis that produce male and female gametes, respectively. It lists several statements as options to identify the correct difference.
Answer
Each spermatocyte produces 4 sperm cells; each oocyte produces 1 ovum.
One major difference is that each primary spermatocyte in spermatogenesis produces four sperm cells, whereas each primary oocyte in oogenesis produces only one ovum.
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One major difference is that each primary spermatocyte in spermatogenesis produces four sperm cells, whereas each primary oocyte in oogenesis produces only one ovum.
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Spermatogenesis and oogenesis both involve the process of gametogenesis, but produce different numbers of gametes due to their roles in male and female reproductive systems. Spermatogenesis is a continuous process, while oogenesis has specific pauses during development.
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Common mistakes include confusing the number of gametes produced by each process and overgeneralizing the differences to all aspects of gametogenesis.
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