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Questions
Mention the functions of Uterus in the human female reproductive system.
Mention any ‘two’ functions of uterus.
Solution 1
The functions of the uterus are:
- It receives the ovum from the fallopian tube.
- It forms the placenta for the development of foetus.
Solution 2
Uterus is the place where the fertilised egg attaches itself and develops into a baby. Uterus is also called as the womb. Developing baby gets nutrition and oxygen through uterus.
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The ______ is also called the womb.
The ______ is also called the womb.
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