Female Reproductive Systems Flashcards

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What are 2 functions of the Ovary

A

Where egg cells mature and are released,produces oestrogen and progesterone from puberty to menopause

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What are 2 functions of the fallopians tube?

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Transports egg from ovary to uterus using small hairs. Fertilisation may occur here.

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What are 2 functions of the uterus?

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Organ where developing baby grows. Inner lining grows and is released monthly from puberty to menopause .

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4
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Function of cervix

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Ring of muscle at neck of uterus

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5
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Function of vagina

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Muscular tube that opens to outside. Sometime known as birth canal.

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6
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Function of Labia

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Fleshy lobes that protect the opening of the vagina

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7
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Function or characteristics of clitoris (1)

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Area very sensitive to stimulation

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8
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Characteristic (1) of the uterus

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Has a thick wall of muscle and elastic tissue

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