3-3 BIO-1010 Study Guide Flashcards
What is the function of each of these structures in the male reproductive system? Testes
Testes produce sperm and testosterone.
Seminiferous tubules
Seminiferous tubules are where sperm are produced within the testes.
Epididymis
Epididymis stores sperm until they mature and are ready for ejaculation.
Vas deferens
Vas deferens transports mature sperm to the urethra for ejaculation.
Accessory glands
Accessory glands (such as seminal vesicles, prostate gland, and bulbourethral glands) produce seminal fluid to nourish and protect sperm.
Urethra
Urethra carries urine and semen out of the body through the penis.
Penis
Penis delivers sperm into the female reproductive tract during intercourse.
What is the function of each of these structures in the female reproductive system? Ovary
Ovaries produce eggs and hormones like estrogen and progesterone.
Ovarian follicle
Ovarian follicle contains and nurtures the developing egg in the ovary.
Corpus luteum
Corpus luteum releases hormones (mainly progesterone) to support early pregnancy if fertilization occurs.
Oviduct (fallopian tube)
Oviduct is where the egg travels from the ovary to the uterus and where fertilization typically occurs.
Uterus
Uterus is where a fertilized egg implants and develops into a fetus.
Vagina
Vagina serves as the birth canal and receives the penis during intercourse.
What does each of these hormones do in the male reproductive system? FSH
FSH stimulates sperm production in the testes.
LH
LH stimulates testosterone production in the testes.