What are the functions of the female genital organs?
Uterus , Cervix, Fallopian Tubes: The uterus is a thick walled, pear shaped organ. It is connected to two fallopian tubes. It is in the fallopian tubes that the egg is fertilized by the sperm after which the fertilized egg moves to the uterus. The uterus is where the embryo and fetus develops. During pregnancy, the uterus enlarges greatly. The cervix is the lowermost part of the uterus that protrudes into the uppermost vagina. It provides support to the uterus.
Vagina: The vagina is a canal that joins the cervix to the outside of the body. It receives the penis and ejaculate during sexual intercourse. In addition, the vagina forms part of the birth canal, and serves as excretory duct for menstrual fluid.
Ovaries: The ovaries are a pair of small, oval-shaped glands about the size of an almond that are located on either side of the uterus. The ovaries produce eggs and hormones.