The endometrial lining of the uterus proliferates each month to prepare for embryo implantation; if fertilization occurs, the uterus houses the fetus and placenta, but if pregnancy does not occur, the lining is shed during menstruation.

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  Female reproductive organs: Anatomy and functions

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• uterus concept
• menstruation concept
• endometrial lining concept
• fertilization concept
• fetus concept
• pregnancy concept