Write the functions of the following in human female reproductive system:Ovary, oviduct, uterus
How does the embryo get nourishment inside the mother's body? Explain in brief.
Write the functions of the following in human female reproductive system:Ovary, oviduct, uterus
How does the embryo get nourishment inside the mother's body? Explain in brief.
Functions of the Ovary
It produces female gametes (ova).
It secretes female sex hormones.
It secretes inhibin involved in the feedback control of pituitary FSH production.
Functions of the Oviduct
Fertilisation takes place here.
The fertilised ovum travels towards the uterus through the fallopian tube.
Functions of the Uterus
It supports and nourishes the developing foetus.
It expands according to the growth of the baby.
The embryo develops inside the mother's body for about nine months. Inside the uterus, the outer tissue surrounding the embryo develops finger-like projections called villi. These villi are surrounded by uterine tissue and maternal blood. They provide a large surface area for the exchange of oxygen and nutrients. There is a special tissue called placenta embedded in the uterine wall. The embryo receives the oxygen and nutrients from the mother's blood via the placenta. The waste material produced by the embryo is removed through the placenta.
Functions of the Ovary
It produces female gametes (ova).
It secretes female sex hormones.
It secretes inhibin involved in the feedback control of pituitary FSH production.
Functions of the Oviduct
Fertilisation takes place here.
The fertilised ovum travels towards the uterus through the fallopian tube.
Functions of the Uterus
It supports and nourishes the developing foetus.
It expands according to the growth of the baby.
The embryo develops inside the mother's body for about nine months. Inside the uterus, the outer tissue surrounding the embryo develops finger-like projections called villi. These villi are surrounded by uterine tissue and maternal blood. They provide a large surface area for the exchange of oxygen and nutrients. There is a special tissue called placenta embedded in the uterine wall. The embryo receives the oxygen and nutrients from the mother's blood via the placenta. The waste material produced by the embryo is removed through the placenta.
