Fertilization can only occurA) if orgasms occur in both the male and female.B) when a sperm cell penetrates a secondary oocyte.C) when there is no menstrual flow.D) after oxytocin is released from the hypothalamus.E) on day 14 of the cycle.

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Fertilization can only occurA)  if orgasms occur in both the male and female.B)  when a sperm cell penetrates a secondary oocyte.C)  when there is no menstrual flow.D)  after oxytocin is released from the hypothalamus.E)  on day 14 of the cycle.

Siaire Holsey · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : B, Explanation :  Fertilization occurs when a sperm cell penetrates a secondary oocyte, which is the mature form of the female gamete ready for fertilization. The other options are not necessary conditions for fertilization to take place.

Fertilization can only occur

A) if orgasms occur in both the male and female.
B) when a sperm cell penetrates a secondary oocyte.
C) when there is no menstrual flow.
D) after oxytocin is released from the hypothalamus.
E) on day 14 of the cycle.

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