STANDARDZoology-Human Reproduction

STANDARD Zoology Oogenesis MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

At puberty only ______ primary follicles are left in each ovary

A

60,000-100,000

B

60,000-80,000

C

50,000-80,000

D

60,000-90,000

Correct Answer

Option B

Detailed Explanation

At puberty, the number of primary follicles in each ovary reduces to approximately 60,000-80,000 due to the process of atresia, where many follicles degenerate.

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