What Does Ooblast Mean

question 19

Multiple Choice

What does ooblast mean?

• A) Release of an egg by the ovary
• B) Fertilization of an egg by a sperm
• C) Maturation of an egg to its mature form
• D) An embryonic form of an egg cell

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Definitions:

Contractility

Refers to the ability of muscle tissue to contract or shorten, generating force.

Muscle Cell

Specialized cells that make up muscle tissue, capable of contracting and generating force, essential for movement and posture.

Spindle-Shaped Cells

Cells that are tapered at both ends; commonly found in smooth muscle tissues where they help in contraction and relaxation activities.

Smooth Muscle

A type of muscle found in the walls of hollow organs like the intestines and blood vessels, characterized by its involuntary control and the ability to slowly contract and relax.