Question

Name the process involving meiosis that leads to the formation of an ovum

Answer 1

The process involving meiosis that leads to the formation of an ovum is called **oogenesis**. This process begins in the ovaries, where germ cells undergo meiosis to develop into mature ova (eggs). During oogenesis, a primary oocyte completes meiosis I to form a secondary oocyte and a polar body, and meiosis II is completed only if fertilization occurs, resulting in a mature ovum and another polar body.