Activity of thr male and female reproductive systems Flashcards
What initiates reproductive activity in males?
Puberty
Male reproductive activity involves continuous gamete production starting from puberty.
How does male reproductive activity change with age?
Decreases progressively
Male reproductive activity begins at puberty and continues until older age, when production decreases.
What marks the beginning of reproductive activity in females?
Puberty
Female reproductive activity also begins at puberty.
What interrupts reproductive activity in females?
Pregnancy
Female reproductive activity is continuous until menopause but can be interrupted by pregnancy.
What is the endpoint of reproductive activity in females?
Menopause
Female reproductive activity continues from puberty until menopause.