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Microscopic Photos of Reproductive System Tissue Slides 4 years, 1 month ago THE OVARY!
Shanaia Regine Tonelete posted an update in the group
Microscopic Photos of Reproductive System Tissue Slides 4 years, 1 month ago
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Function: Ovaries are the primary reproductive organ producing egg cells and hormones (progesterone and estrogen) in females.
Shape: It is a solid, ovoid structure with the shape of an almond.
Size: 3.5 cm in length, 2 cm wide, and 1 cm thick [approximately]
Ovaries have two distinct parts: cortex and medulla. The cortex contains ovarian follicles at various stages of development, while the ovarian medulla has arteries and veins, lymphatics, and nerves.
You can check out these sites and also read about the development of the ovarian follicle. Have fun!