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The release of a secondary oocyte from a mature ovarian follicle is called:

Answer: ovulation.

  • A ovulation
  • B menstruation
  • C fertilisation
  • D implantation

Correct answer: A. ovulation

Explanation: Ovulation is the release of the egg from the ovary, around mid-cycle.

Sagittal section of the human male reproductive system showing the testis, epididymis, vas deferens, seminal vesicle, prostate gland, bulbourethral gland, urethra, urinary bladder and penis

The human male reproductive system: sperm formed in the testis mature in the epididymis and travel via the vas deferens, mixing with secretions of the seminal vesicle, prostate and bulbourethral glands. Image: Wumingbai, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Concept context

Male and female reproductive systems, gametogenesis, fertilization, implantation, pregnancy, and reproductive health.

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