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(g) Ovulation is induced by a hormone called

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1: Ovulation
The process of release of ovum from a mature follicle is called ovulation. The process of formation of mature ovum is called oogenesis. From oogenesis to ovulation, all the processes are regulated by different hormones.
FSH and LH are the two pituitary hormones that are involved in regulating oogenesis and ovulation respectively. When the LH levels reach their peak, ovulation occurs.

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