Milady Anatomy Practice Test

The main function of the ovaries in the female reproductive system is to produce eggs and hormones. Ovaries are essential reproductive organs that play a crucial role in female fertility. They contain a finite number of follicles, each housing an immature egg. During the reproductive years, typically one egg matures and is released during each menstrual cycle in a process called ovulation.

In addition to producing eggs, the ovaries are responsible for producing key hormones, such as estrogen and progesterone. These hormones regulate various physiological processes, including the menstrual cycle, ovulation, and preparation of the body for potential pregnancy. Thus, the ovaries are integral to both the production of gametes (eggs) and the regulation of reproductive hormones that support female reproductive health.