Each Developing Ovum Gives Rise to _______

Question

Each developing ovum gives rise to _______.
A) two mature ova
B) four mature ova
C) one mature ovum and three polar bodies
D) two mature ova and two polar bodies

Accepted Answer

Each developing ovum gives rise to one mature ovum and three polar bodies through the process of meiosis. The polar bodies contain genetic material that is not needed for fertilization and eventually disintegrate.