Oocyte

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-008245",
  "term": "Oocyte",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "An immature female germ cell that undergoes meiosis to form an ovum. Primary oocytes are arrested in prophase I of meiosis, while secondary oocytes are arrested in metaphase II until fertilization. These cells are found within the ovaries of female animals and are the precursors to mature eggs.",
  "synonyms": [
    "ovocyte"
  ],
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "ovary",
    "ovum"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2016, 88, 713. 'Glossary of terms used in developmental and reproductive toxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2016)' on page 787 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-1202)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/oocyte/"
}