Which of the following statements are true for spermatogenesis but do not hold true for Oogenesis? Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :
- C and D only
- B and C only
- B, D and E only
- B, C and E only
Answer
(4) B, C and E only
Solution
A: Both spermatogenesis and oogenesis form haploid gametes – not unique to spermatogenesis.
B: In spermatogenesis, meiosis is completed to form spermatids, which then differentiate into sperms (spermiogenesis). In oogenesis, the second meiotic division is completed only after the entry of a sperm into the secondary oocyte – true only for spermatogenesis.
C: Spermatogonia keep dividing by mitosis throughout reproductive life, so meiosis goes on continuously. As per NCERT, millions of oogonia are formed in the foetal ovary and no more oogonia are formed or added after birth – true only for spermatogenesis.
D: Both processes are regulated by the gonadotropins LH and FSH from the anterior pituitary – not unique.
E: Spermatogenesis starts at puberty, whereas oogenesis is initiated during embryonic development – true only for spermatogenesis.
∴ B, C and E.
Answer: (4)