A mature follicle releases an ovum in response to a surge in
A)follicle-stimulating hormone.
B)luteinizing hormone.
C)estrogen.
D)progesterone.
E)oxytocin.

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The surge in luteinizing hormone (LH) is what triggers ovulation. When the LH surge occurs, the mature follicle releases the ovum. Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and estrogen also play important roles in the menstrual cycle, but they do not directly trigger ovulation. Progesterone and oxytocin play roles in later stages of the cycle, after ovulation has occurred.

A Mature Follicle Releases an Ovum in Response to a Surge