The Female Reproduction System Parts and Functions

Question 1

two-almond shaped organs located in the lower abdomen

Answer 1

ovaries

Question 2

the tube that leads from an ovary to the uterus

Answer 2

oviduct or fallopian tubes

Question 3

tissue linings along with the uterus of females; during menstruation, the thickened linings will shed off

Answer 3

endometrium

Question 4

functions as receiving the penis during sexual intercourse

Answer 4

vagina

Question 5

a small organ, the organ is partly enclosed by the labia minora;

Answer 5

clitoris

Question 6

the narrow passage at the opening of a womb of a woman; the base of the uterus which projects into the vagina

Answer 6

cervix

Question 7

a muscular organ that receives the fertilized egg cell and provides an appropriate environment for the developing fetus

Answer 7

uterus

Question 8

finger-like projections located at the end of the tube help move the oocyte or ovum into the oviduct

Answer 8

fimbriae

Question 9

transports eggs into the uterus

Answer 9

oviduct or fallopian tubes

Question 10

action of this organ and the beating of cilia, with these two combined actions, the egg is usually swept into the oviduct

Answer 10

fimbriae

Question 11

gamete-producing organs of the female reproductive system; produce eggs and sex hormones. this is where eggs mature.

Answer 11

ovaries

Question 12

an erectile structure that is highly sensitive to stimulation; like penis contains erectile tissue

Answer 12

clitoris

Question 13

the opening in this organ allows the sperm to enter the uterus, and the fetus to exit during labor

Answer 13

cervix

Question 14

serves as the birth canal as well as an exit for menstrual flow

Answer 14

vagina