The Fimbriae Sweep the Ovum into Which Structure Immediately Following

Question

The fimbriae sweep the ovum into which structure immediately following ovulation?
A) Uterus
B) Fallopian tube
C) Vagina
D) Ovary

Accepted Answer

The fimbriae are finger-like projections at the end of the fallopian tubes, which sweep the ovum (egg) into the fallopian tube immediately following ovulation. The ovum then travels down the fallopian tube towards the uterus. Therefore, the best answer is B, the fallopian tube.