Match the items given in Column I with those in Column II and select the correct option given below :-b. Secretory Phase ii. Follicular Phase

Question

Match the items given in Column I with those in Column II and select the correct option given below :-

| Column I | Column II |
| a. Proliferative Phase | i. Breakdown of endometrial lining |
| b. Secretory Phase | ii. Follicular Phase |
| c. Menstruation | iii. Luteal Phase |
| | |

| | a | b | c |
| 1 | iii | ii | i |
| 2 | i | iii | ii |
| 3 | ii | iii | i |
| 4 | iii | i | ii |

Answer 1

The correct option is (3)

Explanation:

During proliferative phase, the follicles start growing in size under the influence of Follicle-stimulating Hormone (FSH). Hence, this phase is also called follicular Phase.

During the secretory phase, corpus luteum secretes progesterone that helps to thicken the endometrial lining. Due to the persistence of corpus luteum, this phase is also called luteal phase.

Menstruation or bleeding occurs due to the breakdown of endometrial lining in the absence of pregnancy. During this phase, corpus luteum regresses and progesterone level decreases.