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Question
Differentiate between:
Corpus luteum and Corpus albicans
Distinguish Between
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Solution
| Corpus luteum | Corpus albicans | |
| (i) | Formed from the ruptured Graafian follicle after ovulation. | Formed by the degeneration of the corpus luteum when pregnancy does not occur. |
| (ii) | Produces progesterone (and small amounts of oestrogen). | Does not produce any hormones. |
| (iii) | Yellow in colour due to lutein pigment. | White, fibrous scar-like body. |
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