Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Biology

Chapter

Human Reproduction

Question:

Statement I: The edges of the infundibulum possess finger-like projections called fimbriae.
 Statement II: Each fallopian tube is about 10-12 cm long and extends from the periphery of each ovary to the uterus.

Options:

Only statement I is correct.

Only statement II is correct.

Both statements I and II are correct.

Both statements I and II are incorrect.

Correct Answer:

Both statements I and II are correct.

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (3) - Both statements I and II are correct.

Ovaries are the primary female sex organs that produce the female gamete (ovum) and several steroid hormones (ovarian hormones). The ovaries are located one on each side of the lower abdomen. The oviducts (fallopian tubes), uterus and vagina constitute the female accessory ducts. Each fallopian tube is about 10-12 cm long and extends from the periphery of each ovary to the uterus, the part closer to the ovary is the funnel-shaped infundibulum. The edges of the infundibulum possess finger-like projections called fimbriae, which help in collection of the ovum after ovulation. The infundibulum leads to a wider part of the oviduct called ampulla. The last part of the oviduct, isthmus has a narrow lumen and it joins the uterus.