female reproductive system

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What is the structure of the fallopian tube? 
narrow tube with muscular walls lined with cilia
What is the function of the fallopian tube? 
transports ova from the ovary to the uterus
where fertilisation occurs
What is another term for the fallopian tube? 
oviduct
What is the structure of the ovary?
oval- shaped
What is the function of the ovary? 
produces ova
secretes female sex hormones
What is the structure of the uterus? 
pear-shaped
What is the function of the uterus? 
where the foetus grows and develops during pregnancy
What is the structure of the uterus lining? 
the inner layer of the uterus with a rich blood supply
What is the function of the uterus lining? 
where the embryo is planted
What is the structure of the uterus wall? 
thick and muscular
What is the function of the uterus wall? 
stretches during pregnancy to accommodate the developing foetus
contracts during birth
What is the structure of the cervix? 
ring of muscle around the neck of the uterus
What is the function of the cervix? 
keeps the neck closed during pregnancy
What is the structure of the vagina? 
passage from the uterus to the outside
What is the function of the vagina? 
receives the male penis
where sperm is deposited during intercourse