The Reproductive System - The Female Reproductive System - Fallopian Tubes Part 2 Flashcards Preview

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1
Q

If intercourse has taken place in the past day or two and no contraceptive has been used, chances are good that a sperm will ____ the ovum

A

fertilize

2
Q

If the ovum is fertilized, it will continue on through the ____

A

isthmus

3
Q

Isthmus

A

the section of fallopian tubes that enters the uterus

4
Q

It then exits into the uterus through the intramural oviduct, and attach itself to the ____

A

uterine wall

5
Q

If the ovum wasn’t fertilized during its journey through the fallopian tube, it will disintegrate, and the uterus will get the message that fertilization hasn’t taken place, initiating the ____

A

menstrual period

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