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Primary oocyte is formed by which type of cell division?

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Meiosis - I

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Meiosis - II

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Mitotis

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Amitosis

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Solution

The correct option is C Mitotis
Oogonia
$↓$ Mitosis $\to$ Fetal life
Primary oocyte
$↓$ Meiosis I $\to$ Before ovulation
Secondary oocyte
$↓$ Meiosis II $\to$ After Fertilisation
Ovum

Hence, primary oocyte is formed by mitosis.

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