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What is oogenesis?

Answer: Production of eggs in the ovaries.

  • A Sperm production in testes
  • B Production of eggs in the ovaries
  • C Fertilization process
  • D Implantation of embryo

Correct answer: B. Production of eggs in the ovaries

Explanation: Oogenesis is the process of egg (ovum) production in the ovaries. It begins before birth when oogonia undergo meiosis. Primary oocytes are arrested in meiosis I until puberty, when one matures each 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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