The increase in FSH that occurs during the first half of the ovarian cycle triggers
A) follicle maturation.
B) menstruation.
C) ovulation.
D) menopause.
E) pregnancy.

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FSH (follicle-stimulating hormone) stimulates the growth and maturation of ovarian follicles in the ovary during the first half of the ovarian cycle. As the follicles mature, they release estrogen which further stimulates the growth of the endometrium and prepares the body for potential pregnancy. This process culminates in ovulation, the release of the matured egg from the ovary.

The Increase in FSH That Occurs During the First Half