The main function of fimbriae of the Fallopian tube in females is to

release the ovum from the Graafian follicle

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make necessary changes in the endometrium for implantation

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help in the development of the corpus luteum

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help in the collection of the ovum after ovulation

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help in the development of the ovary

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The correct option is D help in the collection of the ovum after ovulation
The fimbriae of the Fallopian tube are generally slightly away from the ovary. During ovulation, the hormones produced, cause the blood vessels in the fimbriae to swell and this causes the fimbriae to come in used to come in contact with the ovary and to collect the ovum for transportation through the Fallopian tube to the uterus.

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Give appropriate terms for each of the following :

(a) The onset of reproductive phase in a female.

(b) Rupture of follicle and release of ovum from the ovary.

(d) Process of fusion of ovum and sperm.

(e) Fixing of developing zygote (blastocyst) on the uterine wall.

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