Ovulation occurs when the oocyte is released into the peritoneal cavity. By what means does it usually enter the uterine tube?

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Fimbriae, which drape over the ovary, become very active close to the time of ovulation and their cilia create currents in the peritoneal fluid. These currents usually carry the oocyte to the uterine tube, where it begins its journey toward the uterus.

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