Female Reproductive System Flashcards
1
Q
What are the functions of female reproductive system?
A
Oogenesis - production of ova
Transportation of ova for fertilisation
Provided a favourable environment for fertilisation and for the developing fetus
Production of the female sex hormones
2
Q
What are the functions of a vagina?
A
Allows deposit & passage of sperm
Outlet for the fetus
Outlet for menstrual flow
Barrier for ascending infections
3
Q
What’s the size of non-pregnant uterus?
A
Size of a fist
4
Q
What’s its capacity to increase its size when carrying a full term fetus?
A
Up to 80 times
5
Q
3 functions of the uterus
A
Receive, protect and nourish the fetus
Expel the fetus and placenta
Control blood from placental size
6
Q
What are 2 functions of fallopian tubes?
A
- Allow the movement of oozytes during fertilisation
- Allows early development of the embryo
7
Q
2 functions of ovaries?
A
- Secrete hormones
- Produce ovuum
