The membranous cover of follicular cells around the ovum of ovulation is

Corona radiata

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Zona radiata

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Zona pellucida

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Chorion

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The correct option is C Zona pellucida
The membranous cover of follicular cells around the ovum of ovulation is Zona Pellucida. It is a transparent layer present around the ovum before implantation. It protects the ovum within each follicle within each ovary. It is an important structure for the ovum before and after fertilization.
Thus, the correct answer is 'Zona pellucida.'

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