(a) Name and explain the role of inner and middle walls of the human female uterus. (b) Write the location and function of fimbriae in human female.
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Endometrium supports implantation, while myometrium helps in uterine contractions. Fimbriae assist in ovum pickup and transport toward the fallopian tube.
Step 1 (a): The inner and middle walls of the uterus are:
Endometrium (Inner lining): It undergoes cyclic changes during the menstrual cycle and is essential for implantation of the embryo. It provides nourishment to the developing embryo.
Myometrium (Middle muscular layer): It consists of smooth muscle fibers that help in the contraction of the uterus during childbirth and menstrual flow.
Step 2 (b):
Location of fimbriae: Fimbriae are finger-like projections present at the distal end of the fallopian tubes near the ovary.
Function: They help in capturing the ovum released from the ovary and direct it into the fallopian tube.