In the Follicular Phase of the Ovarian Cycle, the Ovary

Question

In the follicular phase of the ovarian cycle, the ovary is ________.
A) undergoing atresia
B) developing a mature follicle
C) forming the corpus luteum
D) secreting progesterone
E) All of the answers are correct.

Accepted Answer

During the follicular phase, the ovary is developing a mature follicle that will eventually release an egg during ovulation.

Answer: A, C, and D are incorrect 
 Atresia is the breakdown of immature follicles, which occurs throughout the ovarian cycle. The formation of the corpus luteum and secretion of progesterone occur during the luteal phase of the ovarian cycle, not the follicular phase.