In Humans, the Follicular Cells That Remain Behind in the Ovary

Multiple Choice

In humans, the follicular cells that remain behind in the ovary following ovulation become ________.

A) the ovarian endometrium that is shed at the time of the menses
B) the corpus luteum, which secretes the steroid hormones progesterone and estradiol.
C) the thickened portion of the uterine wall
D) swept into the fallopian tube
E) the placenta, which secretes cervical mucus