Multiple choice

Which of the following structures of female reproductive system is a funnel-shaped passage?

  1. Ovary

  2. Fallopian tube

  3. Uterus

  4. Vagina
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Explanation

Fallopian tubes are about 10 cm long and begin as funnel-shaped passages next to the ovary. These have a number of finger-like projections known as fimbriae on the end near the ovary. When an egg is released by the ovary it is 'caught' by one of the fimbriae and transported along the fallopian tube to the uterus. The egg is moved along the fallopian tube by the wafting action of cilia .

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