Asked by khang nguyen on Apr 24, 2024
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The fornices are thin folds of mucosa that partly close the vaginal orifice.
Fornices
Fornices refer to arch-like structures in the body, notably the series of arches formed by the folding of the vaginal wall and surrounding the cervix.
Vaginal Orifice
The external opening of the vagina, located between the labia minora in the female genitalia.
Mucosa
The moist, inner lining of some organs and body cavities such as the nose, mouth, lungs, and digestive tract, involved in absorption and secretion.
- Discern the female reproductive system's external genitalia and understand their specific anatomical placements.
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Rohan Rathore5 days ago
Final Answer :
False
Explanation :
The fornices are actually recesses or spaces around the cervix, not folds of mucosa that close the vaginal orifice.
Learning Objectives
- Discern the female reproductive system's external genitalia and understand their specific anatomical placements.