Which of the Following Is a Major Function of the Ovaries

question 66

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a major function of the ovaries?

• A)They manufacture the sex hormones, estrogen and progesterone.
• B)They comprise the canal through which babies are delivered.
• C)They are the organs directly responsible for a woman's orgasm.
• D)They hold and nourish the developing fetus.

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Definitions:

Deltoid

A large, triangular muscle covering the shoulder joint, used for lifting and rotating the arm.

Storing Calcium

The process of accumulating calcium in the body, essential for bone health and other physiological functions.

Peristalsis

A progressive, wavelike muscular movement that occurs involuntarily in the urinary and digestive system.

Stored Glycogen

A form of glucose stored in the liver and muscles, which can be broken down to supply energy when needed.