Female Reproductive Structures and Functions Flashcards
1
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ovary
A
produces egg cells and sex hormones
cite of ovulation
2
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corpus luteum
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releases hormones to maintain uterus lining if implantation occurs
3
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follicle
A
develops into the ovum
turns into corpus luteum
4
Q
fallopian tubes
A
connect ovaries to the uterus
5
Q
uterus
A
site of implantation, muscle expands for weight of baby and its movements
6
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endometrium
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the linning of the uterus developed by estrogen and maintained by progesterone
7
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cervix
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opening to uterus
8
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vagina
A
birth canal, entrance for sperm
