Biology Reproduction UHS 2023
PMDC Verified Question 29 of 81
The term menopause means:
A
Start of menstruation
B
Start of ovulation
C
Stop of ova production
D
Degeneration of ovaries
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Propolis Cognitive Error Autopsy

Official Correct Choice:
Option C: Stop of ova production
Concept:

The human female reproductive lifespan is finite, defined by the availability of a set number of ovarian follicles.

Solution:

  • Menopause translates literally to the cessation ("pause") of the monthly cycles ("menses").


  • It occurs generally between ages 45-55 when the ovaries run out of viable follicles responsive to gonadotropins.


  • Consequently, ovulation ceases permanently, meaning the stop of ova (egg) production and the end of reproductive fertility.


Why other options are incorrect:

The start of menstruation is called menarche. The ovaries do not entirely "degenerate"; they just cease cyclic follicular maturation and dramatically reduce estrogen production.

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