Know the process of oogenesis- be able to identify each different cell type in the developmental process, know if it is diploid or haploid, know when it appears in the life of a female and where. Know about polar bodies. There will be some very specific and detailed questions about this.

Be able to compare and contrast spermatogenesis and oogenesis. The basics.

Know the three parts of the ovarian cycle. Know the main things that happen at each stage.

Know the three phases of the menstrual cycle. Know the main things that happen at each stage.

As I mentioned in lecture, you all need to really know and understand this material- don’t try to learn it at the last minute. You will get a lot more out of Female Reporductive System Lecture 2 if you really understand this material.