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Name the function of the following: Fimbriae

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Name the function of the following:

Fimbriae

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Solution

They are finger-like projections at the ovarian end of the fallopian tube. They help in the collection of the ovum (after ovulation), which is facilitated by the beating of the cilia.

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Chapter 2: Human Reproduction - EXERCISES [Page 40]

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NCERT Biology [English] Class 12
Chapter 2 Human Reproduction
EXERCISES | Q 15. (e) | Page 40
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Chapter 2 Human Reproduction
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