In the ovarian cycle,the dominant follicle
A)undergoes atresia.
B)continues to grow beyond day 7 of the cycle,while the other developing follicles degenerate.
C)is selected on day 1 of the cycle,and no other follicles develop beyond that day.
D)is selected to continue growing at about the middle of the luteal phase.
E)ruptures during ovulation on day 21 of the cycle.

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In the ovarian cycle, multiple follicles begin to develop at the start of the cycle. However, by approximately day 7, one follicle becomes dominant and continues to grow while the others undergo atresia, or degeneration. This dominant follicle will eventually ovulate, releasing an egg for potential fertilization. Therefore, choice B is the correct answer.

In the Ovarian Cycle,the Dominant Follicle