Question

Match the parts of the female reproductive system with their functions. [2 Marks]

Column I	Column II
1. Ovaries	a. Nourishes embryo
2. Uterus	b. Ovulation
3. Fallopian tube	c. Birth canal
4. Vagina	d. Fertilisation

Answer 1

Answer: [0.5 Marks each]
The correct match will be:

Column I	Column II
1. Ovaries	b. Ovulation
2. Uterus	a. Nourishes embryo
3. Fallopian tube	d. Fertilisation
4. Cervix	c. Birth canal

Explanation:

• The release of mature egg/ovum from the ovary is called ovulation.
• The uterus is the site of embryo development. The uterus prepares itself every month for the chance of pregnancy.
  This happens with the increase in the thickness of its lining. This thickness is due to the formation of new tissues. The rich supply of the blood vessels ensures nourishment of the future embryo.
• Vagina acts as a birth canal. It enables a baby to leave the uterus during childbirth.
• Fallopian tube is the site of fertilisation where fusion of male sperm and female egg takes place.