Why there is formation of polar body in Primary and Secondary oocyte after Meiosis ?

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During meiotic division in primary and secondary oocyte the cytoplasm divide asymmetrically which results in two cells of unequal size. In these cells the bigger one develops into oocytes whereas small becomes the polar body which disintegrates later.

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