Summary
Ovaries release eggs and hormones; the uterus nurtures the developing embryo.
In depth
Ovaries contain follicles; fallopian tubes carry the egg and are the site of fertilisation; uterus has endometrium and myometrium; cervix and vagina form the birth canal. About 1 to 2 million follicles at birth, about 400 ovulate.
Follicle development is controlled by FSH. The uterus supports the embryo. Cervical mucus changes through the cycle.
Remember: the egg is released into the fallopian tube, not directly into the uterus.
Frequently asked questions
What is Female Reproductive System?
Ovaries release eggs and hormones; the uterus nurtures the developing embryo.
Which area of biology covers Female Reproductive System, and how advanced is it?
Female Reproductive System is one of the 54 topics in Reproduction & Endocrinology. It is rated Beginner, so it suits learners who are starting out in biology. Related topics in this area include Pregnancy, Zona Pellucida and Egg Activation, Menstrual Cycle.
Can you give an example of Female Reproductive System?
Ectopic pregnancy occurs when the embryo implants in the tube.
What should I learn before Female Reproductive System?
Female Reproductive System is a Beginner topic, so no earlier topic is required. Other Beginner topics in Reproduction & Endocrinology that pair well with it include Reproduction, Asexual Reproduction, Sexual Reproduction.
What topics are related to Female Reproductive System?
The closest topics to Female Reproductive System are Pregnancy, Zona Pellucida and Egg Activation, Menstrual Cycle, Puberty. Comparing them side by side is a good way to see how the ideas connect.
How can I check that I understand Female Reproductive System?
Read the summary and the in-depth section, then use the quick check on the interactive lesson for Female Reproductive System. To practise the whole of Reproduction & Endocrinology, use the Reproduction & Endocrinology quiz.
How is Female Reproductive System different from Pregnancy?
Female Reproductive System: Ovaries release eggs and hormones; the uterus nurtures the developing embryo. Pregnancy: The development of a fetus in the uterus lasting about 40 weeks in humans. Read both side by side and note what each one explains.
How should I study Female Reproductive System step by step?
First, read the summary and write the definition in your own words. Second, read the in-depth section and note any example. Third, compare it with Pregnancy and explain the difference aloud. Finally, take the Reproduction & Endocrinology quiz and come back to this page for any question you miss.