As the ovum moves through the fallopian tube, hormones from the ovaries triggers:
A) the release of an egg from the ovaries.
B) the opening of uterus to widen.
C) the production of a soft lining for the uterus.
D) the development of a primitive placenta.

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The hormones from the ovaries, particularly estrogen and progesterone, trigger the uterus to prepare for potential pregnancy by thickening its lining, creating a soft, nutrient-rich environment for a fertilized egg to implant and grow. This process is essential for successful implantation and early development of the embryo. Choices A, B, and D describe other processes not directly related to the action of ovarian hormones on the uterus in preparation for implantation.

As the Ovum Moves Through the Fallopian Tube, Hormones from the Ovaries