Question

The ovaries are located one on each side of the lower abdomen and is connected to the pelvic wall and uterus by

• A. Ligaments
• B. Tendons
• C. Dense irregular connective tissue
• D. Loose connective tissue

Answer 1

The correct option is A Ligaments

Ovary
Ovary is the primary sex organ in females. It helps in the production of female gametes and sex hormones.

Ligaments
Ligaments are bands of tough elastic tissues that help in connecting bones, joints and organs. They help to hold the organs in place.

Location of ovary
The ovaries are located one on each side of the lower abdomen and are connected to the uterus and pelvic wall by the ovarian ligament (utero-ovarian ligament).



Tendons
Tendons are the connective tissues that connect bones to ligaments.

Loose connective tissue
Loose connective tissue includes adipose tissue, areolar tissue and reticular tissue. The main function of this tissue is to hold the organs in position and attach the epithelial tissue to other underlying tissues. This tissue does not connect the ovary with the pelvic wall and uterus.

Dense irregular connective tissue
Dense irregular connective tissue has fibers that are not arranged in parallel bundles. It provides strength to the surrounding tissues and makes the skin resistant to tearing. It does not help in positioning of the ovary.

Final answer:
A) Ligaments