How many ova are formed from a primary oocyte?

One

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Two

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Eight

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Four

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Solution

The correct option is A One
The primary oocyte is a diploid cell that undergoes meiotic division. During fi meiosis I formation of secondary oocyte (n) and a non-functional polar body. Then, during meiosis II secondary oocyte undergoes division to form the ovum and a second non-functional polar body.
Therefore, only one egg or ovum is formed from the primary oocyte.
So, the correct answer is 'One'

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