Which statements are true for spermatogenesis but not for oogenesis?
(a) It results in the formation of haploid gametes
(b) Differentiation of gamete occurs after the completion of meiosis
(c) Meiosis occurs continuously in a mitotically dividing stem cell population
(d) It is controlled by the Luteinising hormone (LH) and Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH) secreted by the
anterior pituitary
(e) It is initiated at puberty
Options
- (b) and (c) only
- (b), (d) and (e) only
- (b), (c) and (e) only
- (c) and (e) only
Correct Answer
(b), (c) and (e) only
Explanation
Spermatogenesis continues post-puberty, involves differentiation after meiosis, and meiosis occurs continuously.
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