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BIO 101 BIO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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Which hormone directly initiates ovulation in the female reproductive cycle?
Options
A Estrogen
B Luteinizing Hormone (LH)
Correct Answer
C Progesterone
D Follicle-Stimulating Hormone (FSH)
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The mid-cycle surge of Luteinizing Hormone (LH) triggers the release of a mature oocyte from the ovarian follicle.

Hint

Its name relates to the structure it forms after ovulation (the corpus luteum).

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