Question

The white fibrous tissue formed by degeneration of the corpus luteum when fertilization does not occur is called:

विकल्प

• Corpus albicans

• Corpus hemorrhagicum

• Graafian follicle

• Corpus luteum

Answer 1

When fertilization does not occur, the corpus luteum degenerates into a white fibrous tissue called the corpus albicans. The name reflects its white ('albicans') fibrous scar appearance, in contrast to the yellow color of the functional corpus luteum.