✨ Flashcards
What are the female gametes called?
The female gametes are called ova.
Where are ova produced?
Ova are produced in two ovaries.
How often is a mature ovum released?
Usually one mature ovum is released each month between puberty and menopause.
What is the function of the uterus?
The uterus is where the foetus grows and develops during pregnancy.
What is the structure of the fallopian tube?
The fallopian tube is a narrow tube with muscular walls lined with cilia.
What is the role of the fallopian tube?
It transports ova from the ovary to the uterus and is where fertilisation occurs.
What does the ovary contain?
The ovary contains thousands of immature ova in primary follicles.
What hormones do the ovaries produce?
The ovaries produce mature ova and secrete female sex hormones.
What is the uterus lining called?
The uterus lining is called the endometrium.
What is the function of the endometrium?
The endometrium has a rich blood supply and is where the embryo is implanted.
What is the structure of the uterus wall?
The uterus wall is thick and muscular.
What happens to the uterus wall during pregnancy?
The uterus wall stretches during pregnancy to accommodate the developing foetus.
What occurs during birth regarding the uterus wall?
The uterus wall contracts during birth.
What is the cervix?
The cervix is a ring of muscle around the neck of the uterus.
What is the function of the cervix during pregnancy?
The cervix keeps the neck of the uterus closed during pregnancy.
What is the vagina?
The vagina is a thin-walled, muscular passage from the uterus to the outside.
What are the functions of the vagina?
The vagina receives the male penis and where sperm is deposited during intercourse. It stretches to let the baby out during birth.
