Female reproductive system part 3 notes Flashcards
1
Q
What are the functions of the female reproductive system?
A
- Produce the female gamete (ova or egg)
2. nurture and protect a developing fetus during pregnancy
2
Q
Ovaries?
A
primary reproductive organs of a female
3
Q
What are the functions of the ovaries?
A
produce eggs or ova and hormones, estrogen’s and progesterone
4
Q
What do the suspensory ligaments do?
A
secure ovaries by lateral walls of the pelvis
5
Q
What are ovaries composed of?
A
ovarian follicles
6
Q
Oocyte?
A
immature eggs
7
Q
Follicular cells?
A
one or more layers of very different cells that surround an oocyte
8
Q
Ovulation?
A
when the egg is mature the follicle ruptures and is ejected from the ovary (every 28 days)
