5 Questions
Which part of the female reproductive system extends from the uterus to the ovary?
Fallopian tubes
What is the function of the ovary in the female reproductive system?
Production of ova (female gametes) and sex steroid hormones
What is the function of the hymen in the external female reproductive system?
To surround the opening of the vagina and may tear during first sexual intercourse
What is the collective name for the external female reproductive organs?
Vulva
Which organ in the female reproductive system is responsible for producing sex steroid hormones estrogen and progesterone?
Ovaries
Study Notes
Female Reproductive System
- The fallopian tube extends from the uterus to the ovary, allowing the ovum to travel from the ovary to the uterus.
Ovary Function
- The ovary produces ova (eggs) and sex steroid hormones estrogen and progesterone, regulating the female reproductive cycle.
Female External Reproductive Organs
- The collective name for the external female reproductive organs is the vulva.
- The hymen is a thin membrane that partially covers the opening of the vagina, typically torn during the first sexual intercourse.
Note: These study notes focus on providing concise and clear information on the female reproductive system, covering the fallopian tube, ovary function, and external reproductive organs.
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