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Question
Which of the following occurs during the ovulatory phase? a. Supporting follicular cells produce estrogen b. Period of the corpus luteum c. Follicle is fully mature and bulges from ovarian surface d. Period of follicle growth
Correct Answer
Option C is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
The ovulatory phase is the brief period when the mature (Graafian) follicle bulges from the surface of the ovary and ruptures to release the secondary oocyte. Estrogen production and follicle growth happen in the follicular phase. The corpus luteum period is the luteal phase.
Hint
This is the moment the egg is released, so the follicle is at its peak maturity.