Q. Which of the following statements are true for spermatogenesis but do not hold true for Oogensis? 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 Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.
A) B, C and E only
B) C and E only
C) B and C only
D) B, D and E only
Explanation
[Solution] Only in spermatogenesis do spermatids differentiate after meiosis (spermiogenesis), meiosis go on continuously from a dividing stem-cell population, and the process begin at puberty. A and D apply to both. Answer (1).
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