Which one of the following statements is incorrect about the menstrual cycle?

  • A
    The first menstruation begins at puberty and is called menarche.
  • B
    Lack of menstruation may also occur due to some environmental factors like stress or poor health.
  • C
    Corpus luteum secretes large amounts of progesterone,which is essential for the maintenance of the endometrium.
  • D
    In the absence of fertilization,the corpus luteum degenerates in the luteal phase and new follicles start developing immediately.

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