Anatomy & Physiology Unit 9 - Reproductive System 9. 3 - I CAN describe the physiology of the menstrual cycle.
Follicle is released from the ovary into the fallopian tubes
Egg is implanted in the wall of the uterus
The lining of the uterus is shed through the vagina
Uterine arteries & veins are opened and bleed through the vagina
Ovary; vagina
Ovary; fallopian tubes
Fallopian tubes; uterus
Vagina; uterus
The lining of the uterus remains to help nourish the growing embryo
Her cervix is completely closed off once she is pregnant
Her vagina reabsorbs the menstrual secretions when she is pregnant
The uterine lining is shed through the vagina
The uterine lining breaks down
The egg matures into a follicle and is released through ovulation
The uterine lining is shed through the vagina
The egg matures into a follicle
The uterine lining builds up with blood and nutrients
The egg is released through ovulation