Why are polar bodies formed in oogenesis?
A) to produce 4 gametes each with adequate amounts of nutrients.
B) to produce one functional gamete with maximal nutrient content.
C) to dispose of extra chromosomes.
D) both (a) and (b) above.
E) both (a) and (c) above.

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Polar bodies are formed in oogenesis to dispose of extra chromosomes. In the process, they help to produce one functional gamete with maximal nutrient content, which is the best choice for this statement. Therefore, option E, i.e., both (a) and (c) above, is the correct choice. Option A is incorrect because polar bodies are not gametes. Option B is incorrect because only one functional gamete is produced after the completion of meiosis.

Why Are Polar Bodies Formed in Oogenesis