Let's solve the problem step by step.
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1. Label the different parts of the female reproductive system. Write all the names using small letters.
Looking at the diagram:
- The
top part (the two curved tubes connecting the ovaries to the uterus) are the
fallopian tubes.
- The
oval-shaped structures on each side (attached to the fallopian tubes) are the
ovaries.
- The
central, pear-shaped organ is the
uterus.
- The
lower, narrow tube leading from the uterus to the outside of the body is the
vagina.
So, labeling the diagram:
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Top box (across the top of the uterus) →
fallopian tubes
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Box pointing to the left ovary →
ovary
-
Box pointing to the inner lining of the uterus →
uterus
-
Box pointing to the lower opening →
vagina
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✔ All labels in
small letters as required.
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2. Match the functions to the correct parts. Use small letters.
Now let’s match the descriptions:
#### a. "Their role is producing the female sex hormones that control reproduction and the female eggs (called ova) for possible fertilization."
- This describes the
ovaries — they produce
estrogen and progesterone, and
ova (eggs).
✔ Answer:
ovaries
#### b. "They serve as pathways for the ova (egg cells) to travel from the ovaries to the uterus. Fertilization of an egg by a sperm normally occurs in this part."
- This refers to the
fallopian tubes — where the egg travels and fertilization typically happens.
✔ Answer:
fallopian tubes
#### c. "Also commonly known as the 'womb', is responsible for the development of the embryo and fetus during pregnancy."
- This is clearly the
uterus — it's the site of implantation and fetal development.
✔ Answer:
uterus
#### d. "In childbirth it expands to provide a channel for delivery of a newborn from the uterus."
- This is the
vagina — it dilates during birth to allow passage of the baby.
✔ Answer:
vagina
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✔ Final Answers:
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1. Diagram Labels (in small letters):
- Top box (fallopian tubes):
fallopian tubes
- Left box (ovary):
ovary
- Right box (uterus):
uterus
- Bottom box (vagina):
vagina
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2. Function Matching (in small letters):
- Producing hormones and eggs:
ovaries
- Pathways for ova and fertilization:
fallopian tubes
- Development of embryo/fetus:
uterus
- Channel for childbirth:
vagina
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