Zoology-Female Reproductive System

NEET Zoology Female Reproductive System Assertion Reason Question

Type: Assertion Reason-assertion-Medium-Class 12

Assertion (A): The luteal phase of the menstrual cycle is characterized by the secretion of progesterone. | Reason (R): Progesterone is necessary for the maintenance of the endometrium for implantation.

A

Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.

B

Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.

C

A is true but R is false.

D

A is false.

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

The NCERT context explains that during the luteal phase, the corpus luteum secretes progesterone, which is essential for maintaining the endometrium, preparing it for implantation.

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