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Match the following columns I and II.
| Column I | Column II |
|---|---|
| A. Placenta | i. Nutrition |
| B. Fallopian tube | ii. Fertilization |
| C. Uterus | iii. Implantation |
ii, B-i, C-iii
iii, B-ii, C-i
i, B-iii, C-ii
i, B-ii, C-iii
i, B-ii, C-iii
This question tests the knowledge of human reproductive physiology. The placenta is the organ responsible for nutrient, gas, and waste exchange between the mother and fetus, the Fallopian tube is the site where fertilization occurs, and the uterus is the site where the embryo undergoes implantation.
This question tests the knowledge of human reproductive physiology. The placenta is the organ responsible for nutrient, gas, and waste exchange between the mother and fetus, the Fallopian tube is the site where fertilization occurs, and the uterus is the site where the embryo undergoes implantation.
The Fallopian tube is like the 'conveyor belt' where the factory components (sperm and egg) meet to assemble, the Uterus is the 'assembly plant' where the product attaches, and the Placenta is the 'supply line' providing power and resources to the growing structure.
F-F (Fallopian-Fertilization), U-I (Uterus-Implantation), P-N (Placenta-Nutrition).
Fertilization occurs when a sperm cell meets an egg in the ampulla of the fallopian tube. The resulting zygote travels to the uterus, where it embeds itself into the endometrium during the process of implantation. Subsequently, the placenta forms to sustain the fetus by acting as a bridge for nutrient and oxygen delivery and carbon dioxide/waste removal.
Fertilization is the fusion of male and female gametes to form a diploid zygote, typically in the fallopian tube.
Implantation marks the beginning of pregnancy when the blastocyst attaches to the uterine wall.
The placenta serves as the vital link for fetal nutrition, respiration, and excretion.
Understanding of reproductive health and fertility treatments.
Monitoring of fetal development during pregnancy.
The process occurs over a series of days; fertilization usually happens within 24 hours of ovulation.
Option D is the correct mapping based on biological roles: A-i (Placenta-Nutrition), B-ii (Fallopian tube-Fertilization), C-iii (Uterus-Implantation).
D is correct тАФ The matching reflects the biological functions: Placenta provides nutrition, Fallopian tube is the site of fertilization, and Uterus is the site of implantation.
Always relate reproductive organs to their specific physiological 'destination' in the process of embryogenesis.