Which phase of the female reproductive cycle is characterized by a thickening of the endometrium and development of one dominant mature (Graafian)ovarian follicle?
A)menstrual phase
B)preovulatory phase
C)ovulation
D)postovulatory phase
E)pregnancy

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The preovulatory phase is also known as the follicular phase and is characterized by the thickening of the endometrium and development of one dominant mature ovarian follicle. This phase is marked by an increase in follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) levels, which stimulates follicle growth and estrogen production.

Which Phase of the Female Reproductive Cycle Is Characterized by a Thickening