Question

Give the functions of the following:
(i) Ovary
(ii) Fallopian tube
(iii) Uterus
(iv) Vagina
(v) Testes
(vi) Penis

Answer 1

(i) Ovary: It produces female gametes called ova.

(ii) Fallopian tube: Fallopian tubes receive ova from the ovaries for the fertilisation to take place.

(iii) Uterus: It supports the development of an embryo, which gets attached to the inner lining of the uterus.

(iv) Vagina: It is the female copulatory organ, which receives sperms from the penis.

(v) Testes: Testes are the male gonads that produce sperms or male gametes.

(vi) Penis: It is the male copulatory organ, which transfers sperms from the male to the female body.