Biology Flashcards
1
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Ovaries
A
Store and release eggs
2
Q
Fallopian tubes
A
Carry the egg to the uterus
3
Q
Uterus
A
(Womb)is where the fertilized egg becomes implanted and finds nourishment
4
Q
Cervix
A
Leads from the vagina to the uterus
5
Q
Vagina
A
Holds the male penis during sexual intercourse
6
Q
Ovulation
A
An egg is released from the ovary an average of every 28 days
7
Q
Menstruation
A
The uterus becomes thicker and rich in blood vessels to be ready to receive the egg.If the egg is fertilized by the sperm the thickened uterus lining is not needed and breaks away.The lining and a small amount of blood pass through the vagina (day1-5).
8
Q
Period
A
Another word for mensruation
