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The attachment of the early embryo (blastocyst) to the wall of the uterus is called:

Answer: implantation.

  • A implantation
  • B ovulation
  • C fertilisation
  • D gastrulation

Correct answer: A. implantation

Explanation: Implantation is the embedding of the blastocyst in the uterine lining.

Sagittal section of the human male reproductive system showing the testis, epididymis, vas deferens, seminal vesicle, prostate gland, bulbourethral gland, urethra, urinary bladder and penis

The human male reproductive system: sperm formed in the testis mature in the epididymis and travel via the vas deferens, mixing with secretions of the seminal vesicle, prostate and bulbourethral glands. Image: Wumingbai, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Concept context

Male and female reproductive systems, gametogenesis, fertilization, implantation, pregnancy, and reproductive health.

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