female reproductive system part functions

Question 1

outline the function of the ovary

Answer 1

• roughly 3-4cm wide they are the female sex organs that produce female gametes and secrete hormones oestrogen and progesterone

Question 2

outline the function of the fallopian tube

Answer 2

connects the ovary to the uterus

using finger like projections which collect the oocyte following ovulation, where fertilisation occurs

Question 3

outline the function of the myometrium

Answer 3

a muscular layer of the uterus

Question 4

outline the function of the endometrium

Answer 4

the embryo becomes implanted in the endometrium. The internal surface of the endometrium is shed each month if there is no embryo

Question 5

outline the function of the cervix

Answer 5

the neck of the uterus, a muscular ring that closes the entrance of the uterus and dilates during child birth

Question 6

outline the function of the vagina

Answer 6

a muscular tube that leads to the outside of the body

Question 7

outline the function of the urethra

Answer 7

connects to the bladder allowing the passage of urine

Question 8

outline the function of the bladder

Answer 8

the storage of urine