2.2 - Hormonal control of reproduction

Question 1

state the function of FSH in males

Answer 1

promotes sperm production

Question 2

state the function of ICSH in males

Answer 2

stimulates the production of testerone

Question 3

state the function of testerone in males

Answer 3

stimulates sperm production and activates the prostate gland and seminal vesicles

Question 4

describe the negative feedback of testerone

Answer 4

1. Build up of testerone concentration in the blood inhibits the secretion of FSH and ICSH from the pituitary gland
2. Reduction of FSH and ICSH results in a drop in production of testerone .
3. Reduction of testero e concentration in the blood stops inhi ition of FSH and ICSH productions

4.The production and release of FSH and ICSH increases, stimulating increased production of testerone