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Development of foetus takes place in...

Development of foetus takes place in

A

Vagina

B

Uterus

C

Ovary

D

Oviduct

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Question**: The question asks where the development of the fetus takes place. This requires knowledge of the reproductive system and the specific roles of different organs involved in reproduction. 2. **Analyzing the Options**: The options provided are: - A) Vagina - B) Uterus - C) Ovary - D) Oviduct 3. **Evaluating Each Option**: - **A) Vagina**: The vagina is primarily involved in sexual intercourse and serves as the birth canal during delivery. It is not the site for fetal development. - **B) Uterus**: The uterus is the organ where the fetus develops. After fertilization, the fertilized egg implants into the endometrium (the inner lining of the uterus) and grows into a fetus. - **C) Ovary**: The ovaries are responsible for producing eggs (ova) and hormones. They do not provide a site for fetal development. - **D) Oviduct**: Also known as the fallopian tube, this is where fertilization occurs, but it is not where the fetus develops. 4. **Identifying the Correct Answer**: Based on the analysis, the correct answer is **B) Uterus**, as this is the organ where the fetus develops during pregnancy. 5. **Conclusion**: The development of the fetus takes place in the uterus. ---
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