Asked by kumar deepak on Sep 26, 2024
Implantation of an embryo occurs in the
A) cervix.
B) perimetrium.
C) myometrium.
D) endometrium.
E) ampulla.
Endometrium
The inner lining of the uterus, which thickens during the menstrual cycle in preparation for implantation of a fertilized egg or is shed during menstruation if no pregnancy occurs.
Embryo Implantation
The process by which a fertilized egg attaches itself to the lining of the uterus to begin pregnancy.
Perimetrium
The outermost layer of the uterus, part of the serous membrane that covers the exterior of the uterus.
- Identify the anatomical structures and their functions within the female reproductive system.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the anatomical structures and their functions within the female reproductive system.