Ovary Function and Structure in Animals

What is the primary function of the ovary in females?

Which of the following best describes the dual functions of the ovary?

What type of function does the hormone production of the ovary represent?

Which of the following is NOT a function of the ovary?

In terms of reproductive health, why is the ovary significant?

What shape does a she-camel's ovaries take during the anestrum state?

How do the ovaries of a sow change shape during the breeding season?

What is the shape of a sow's ovaries in the non-breeding season?

What shape does a she-camel's ovaries take during estrus?

During which reproductive state do the ovaries of a she-camel become mulberry in shape?

The Ovary

The ovary is the primary female reproductive organ, responsible for both ova production (exocrine function) and hormone production (endocrine function).
The shape of the ovary can change depending on the reproductive cycle, animal species, and activity.
In camels, the ovary is oval and flattened during the anestrus (non-breeding) state and becomes mulberry-shaped during estrus (heat).
In sows, the ovary is disc-shaped during the non-breeding season and becomes mulberry-shaped due to the presence of multiple follicles or corpora lutea (CL).
The ovary's size can indicate its activity: an active ovary is typically larger due to the presence of follicles at various stages of development and CL.
In cows, the right ovary is often more active and larger than the left ovary, which can be attributed to the anatomical position and physiological factors.
A smooth, inactive ovary will be smaller due to the absence of structures on its surface.
However, ovarian tumors can significantly increase the size of the ovary.
Abnormal structures can be palpated on the ovary, including persistent CL and infundibulum.

Infundibulum

The infundibulum is a funnel-shaped structure located near the ovaries.
It contains finger-like projections called fimbriae or pavilions, which capture the ovulated ova from the ovary and prevent them from descending into the abdominal cavity.

Explore the anatomy and functions of the ovary, the primary female reproductive organ in various animal species. This quiz covers topics such as ova production, hormonal functions, and anatomical variations during different reproductive cycles. Test your knowledge on the characteristics and significance of the ovary in fertility and reproduction.