Reproductive cycles crossword Flashcards
1
Q
The main hormone of the luteal phase of the oestrous cycle
A
Progesterone
2
Q
Follicular cells that form small luteal cells after ovulation
A
Theca
3
Q
The immediate post-ovulation period (from approx day 1 to 4)
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Metoestrus
4
Q
Having successive oestrous cycles throughout the year/breeding season
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Polyestrous
5
Q
The ultimate fate of most follicles on the ovary
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Atresia
6
Q
Follicular cells that form large luteal cells after ovulation
A
Granulosa
7
Q
Period of the oestrus event during a breeding season
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Dioestrus
8
Q
Having a single oestrus event during a breeding season
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Monoestrus
9
Q
The main hormone of the follicular phase of the oestrous cycle
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Oestradiol
10
Q
The period of sexual receptivity in the cow
A
oestrus
