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What is the role of fimbriae in the female reproductive system?

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  • Once the egg is released from the ovary, the long finger-like projections on the top of the ovary called fimbriae receive the egg and transport it to the fallopian tube.
  • Finger-like projections of fimbriae provide an increased surface area to receive the released egg.

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