REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM OF HEN

Question 1

Produces egg cells (ova) and releases mature yolks for fertilization. Only the left ovary is functional in chickens.

Answer 1

Ovary

Question 2

The yolk released from the ovary, which will travel through the oviduct to form an egg.

Answer 2

Matured Egg Cell (Ovum/Yolk

Question 3

Developing egg cells within the ovary that will mature over time.

Answer 3

Immature Egg Cell –

Question 4

Supports and holds the ovary and oviduct in place within the hen’s body.

Answer 4

Ligament

Question 5

– The first section of the oviduct where the yolk is captured after ovulation; fertilization occurs here if sperm is present. (15-18 minutes)

Answer 5

Infundibulum

Question 6

The longest part of the oviduct, where the egg white (albumen) is added around the yolk. (3 hours)

Answer 6

Magnum–

Question 7

– Forms the inner and outer shell membranes around the egg. (1-2 hours)

Answer 7

Isthmus

Question 8

– Deposits calcium to form the eggshell. (20-21 hours)

Answer 8

Uterus (Shell Gland)

Question 9

Pushes the fully formed egg into the cloaca for laying; also stores sperm for fertilization.

Answer 9

Vagina–

Question 10

– Absorbs water and electrolytes, forming feces before excretion.

Answer 10

Large Intestine

Question 11

The common exit for eggs, feces, and urine.

Answer 11

Cloaca –

Question 12

– Non-functional in most birds; only the left oviduct develops in hens.

Answer 12

Right Oviduct