Question

Name the female reproductive organs and state its functions.

Answer 1

Female reproductive organs:

1. The female reproductive system consists of the following organs:

• Ovaries
• Oviducts
• Uterus
• Vagina

Ovaries:

1. Ovaries are a part of the female reproductive system in humans.
2. There are two ovaries present in the abdominal cavity, near the kidneys in females.
3. They are responsible for the production of the egg cells also known as ova.
4. Upon maturity, the ovum is released into the oviduct by the ovaries.

Oviducts:

1. The oviducts, also known as fallopian tubes are funnel-shaped structures that are present close to each ovary.
2. They receive the eggs from the ovaries and carry them to the uterus.

Uterus:

1. The uterus is defined as a thick-walled muscular organ that serves as an opening for both the oviducts.
2. During pregnancy, the baby develops inside the uterus.

Vagina:

1. The vagina is a narrow tubular structure in which the uterus opens.
2. It received the sperms of the male during copulation and also serves as the birth canal during the child's birth.