Question

Complete the following by using suitable words

The process of development of the ovum in the ovary is called __________.

Answer 1

Oogenesis:

1. Oogenesis takes place in the outermost layer of the ovary.
2. The main oocyte initiates the initial meiotic division but then stops until later in life, when it will complete it in a growing follicle.
3. This produces a secondary oocyte, which, if fertilized, will complete meiosis.

Final answer: The process of development of the ovum in the ovary is called Oogenesis.