After observing Fig. 9.3 answer the following.


a. Read the following statements and label them in the figure:


(i) The part which produces female gametes.


(ii) The part where the development of the baby takes place.


(iii) The part through which the developing embryo passes to reach the uterus.


b. Explain the future development of the embryo that would take place after it gets embedded in the uterus.

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b. After the embryo gets implanted in the maternal uterus, it’s gradual development continues. Body parts such as hands, legs, head, etc. develop and the resultant fetus starts to resemble the adult human beings in terms of body parts and structure.


When the development of the fetus is complete, the mother delivers the baby, i.e. the fetus is expelled out from the mother's body.


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