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Assertion: Ovulation is the release of egg.​
Reason: It takes place on 14th day of menstrual cycle.​

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Correct option: (b) If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of assertion​
  • Ovum/egg cells are produced inside the ovarian follicles, called Graafian follicles.​
  • These follicles rupture to release out the ovum and the process is known as ovulation.​
  • Ovulation usually takes place on the 14th day of the menstrual cycle.​
  • In human females, the normal menstrual cycle is of 28 days.​

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