10. reproductive system Flashcards
1
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menopause is when
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ovarian function declines. Due to changing in hormones
2
Q
what does progesterone do
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establishes menstrual cycle, maintains pregnancy, helps to stimulate milk production
3
Q
estrogen does what?
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secondary sex characteristics- breast development, hair armpits, pubis, fat deposits, hips/breasts,widening of the pelvis
4
Q
how long does sperm vs egg last
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egg- once released it will only lat 24 hrs. Sperm will last 3-4 days once it has been introduced
5
Q
testosterone is for:
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primary sex characteristics, sperm production, sex drive, secondary sex characteristics
6
Q
erectile dysfunction could be due to:
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blood flow, nervous system
7
Q
gametes have how many chromosomes
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half of the usual 46…..they have 23
