Question

What is meant by Superfecundation ?

• A. Fertilization of two or more ova in one intercourse
• B. Fertilization of two or more ova in different intercourses in same menstrual cycle
• C. Fertilization of ova and then it's division
• D. Fertilization of second ovum first being implanted

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Superfecundation refers to the phenomenon where two or more ova (egg cells) are fertilized by sperm cells from different intercourses occurring within the same menstrual cycle. This can result in a female becoming pregnant with twins or multiple siblings who have different fathers or were conceived at different times during the cycle. This distinguishes superfecundation from other processes such as the fertilization of all ova during a single intercourse or fertilization events across multiple cycles. Thus, the correct answer is: Fertilization of two or more ova in different intercourses in the same menstrual cycle.