Step 1: Understanding the Concept
A secondary follicle is surrounded by a theca made of stromal cells.
Step 2: Two layers of theca
The theca interna is the inner, cellular, well-supplied layer that makes hormones. The theca externa is the outer layer of fibrous connective tissue.
Step 3: Compare the options
Membrana granulosa and cumulus oophorus are made of follicle cells, which are not fibrous.
Final Answer:
The theca externa is the fibrous layer.
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