10 Questions
What is the distinctive characteristic common to most marsupial species?
They have a specialized pouch for carrying their young
When did marsupials and placentals diverge from each other?
At least 125 million years ago
Where are the majority of extant marsupial species found?
South America
What does the word 'marsupial' mean?
'Pouch'
In which continents are marsupials primarily found?
South America and Australia
Where does fertilization of the ova by a sperm usually occur?
Ampulla
Where is the narrow region that leads to the vagina located?
Isthmus
What is the function of the pulsating cilia on the fimbriae?
To draw the ova into the uterine tube
What is the primary function of the ovaries?
Production of ova or eggs
What is the major, central portion of the uterus called?
Body
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