Anatomy of the Female Reproductive System (1)
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What is the function of the uterus?

  • Producing ova
  • Sheltering the fetus during pregnancy (correct)
  • Aiding in sperm transport
  • Fertilizing the egg
  • Where are the ovaries located in relation to the uterus?

  • On the sides
  • Below and behind the fimbriated ends of the ova ducts (correct)
  • Behind the uterus
  • Above and in front
  • What is the function of the fallopian tubes?

  • Storing male sperm
  • Providing nourishment to the uterus
  • Serving as a pathway for ovum to the uterus (correct)
  • Producing estrogen
  • How long does a fertilized egg typically take to travel through the fallopian tube to implant in the uterine lining?

    <p>6-10 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following hormones are produced by the ovaries?

    <p>Estrogen and progesterone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main role of the fallopian tubes in fertilization?

    <p>Ovum transport and pick up</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the vagina in the female reproductive system?

    <p>Serve as the birth canal during labor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the perineum located in relation to the female reproductive system?

    <p>Between the vaginal opening and anal canal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the cervix during childbirth?

    <p>It dilates to allow passage of the fetus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which layer of the uterine wall is responsible for expanding to accommodate a growing fetus?

    <p>Muscularis or myometrium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the external female genital organ referred to in the text?

    <p>The Vulva</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the hymen in the female reproductive system?

    <p>Cover the vaginal opening</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Approximately how many immature eggs are present in a woman at birth?

    <p>400,000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the follicles in the ovaries?

    <p>To produce female sex hormones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the passage where the pelvic inlet, cavity and outlet are located?

    <p>True pelvis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the anteroposterior diameter of the pelvic inlet normally?

    <p>10 cm or more</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the smallest diameter of the pelvis located at?

    <p>The level of ischial spines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of progesterone and estrogen in the female reproductive system?

    <p>To prepare the uterus for implantation of the fertilized egg</p> Signup and view all the answers

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