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The reproductive system ensures the survival of the species. Other systems in the body, such as the endocrine and urinary systems, work continuously to maintain homeostasis for the survival of the individual. An individual may live a long, healthy, and happy life without producing offspring, but if the species is to continue, at least some individuals must produce offspring.
Ovary

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]
Structure:
Covered on the outside by the germinal (ovarian) epithelium, a layer of simple cuboidal epithelium, which later transforms to squamous epithelium. The next layer is tunica albuginea, a dense connective tissue capsule.
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.
Sources: https://training.seer.cancer.gov/anatomy/reproductive/female/ovaries.html
https://uta.pressbooks.pub/histology/chapter/reproductive-system/
You can check out these sites and also read about the development of the ovarian follicle. Have fun!