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CH 11 Reproductive System and Human Genetics Flashcards

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The posterior triangle of the perineu, that contains the anal opening

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Anal Triangle

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A single gene contributed by one parent for any particular characteristic

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Allele

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Type of chromosome that carries genes that code for numerous body proteins in both sex

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Autosome

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One of several ligaments that support the uterus

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Broad Ligament

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The area of the corpus spongiosum that expands at the base of the penis

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Bulb of the penis

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Continuation of the uterine canal that opens at the tip of the cervix

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Cervical Canal

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Protein matter in which chromosomes are contained w/n a cell

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Chromatin

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The portion in the nucleus of each cell on which genetic material is carried

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Chromosome

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Hair on cells surfaces that aid in movement and transportation

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Cilia

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The erectile tissue found in the clitoris and penis

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Corpus Cavernosus

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Erectile tissue that surrounds the male urethra

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Corpus Spongiosum

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Muscle that contracts and pulls the testicles close to the body during cold weather

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Creamaster Muscle

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Nucleic acid that carries the genetic code; sets of thousands of different genes that code for proteins that carry out various body functions

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Deoxryribonucleic Acid (DNA)

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The total number of chromosomes (46) in mature human cell

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Diploid

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The implantation of an oocyte at a location other than the normal intrauterine site, usually the Fallopian tube

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Ectopic Pregnancy

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Pathway by which spermatozoa leave the testes

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Efferent Ductile

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A fertilized egg

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Embryo

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The inner group of cells w/n a zygote that develops to become the embryo

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Embryoblast

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The period of gestation between weeks 3 & 8 in which all major organs systems begin to develop

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Embryonic Period

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Long, coiled tube on the back of the testes that extends from the efferent ductile

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Epididymis

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Two hallow tubes or duct that extend from the uterus to the region of the ovary and serve as a passage for the ova and sperm

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Fallopian Tube

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A device used for listening to fetal heart tones

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Fetoscope

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Long thin finger-like processes at the end of the fallopian tubes that surround the ostium

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Fimbriae

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A hormone released from the pituitary gland at roughly monthly intervals that helps to stimulate one oocyte to undergo meiosis

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Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)

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Opening in the wall between the right and left atria through which fetal circulation occurs

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Foramen Ovale

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Top portion of the uterus

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Fundus

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Genetic composition for a given trait

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Genotype

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Process of fetal development following fertilization

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Gestation

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Portion of the corpus spongiosum that extends to from a cap over the tip of the penis

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Glans

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Hormone released from the hypothalamus that stimulates the uterine lining during the menstrual cycle

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Gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH)

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A mature of developed ovum

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Graafian Follicle

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Number of chromosomes (23) carried on each sex cell in the body

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Haploid

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Organism that has two different alleles for a trait

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Heterozygous

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Similar chromosomes in a pair, each acquired from a different parent

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Homologous chromosomes

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Organism that has two identical alleles for a trait

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Homozygous

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Hormone that stimulates the corpus luteum to produce progesterone during the first 8 weeks of gestation

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Human Chorionic Gonadotrpoin (hCG)

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Thin mucous membrane that covers the vaginal opening

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Hymen

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Space formed in the peritoneum by the distal end of the fallopain tubes

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Infundibulum

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Canal through which the spermatic cord passes through the inferior abdominal wall and into the abdominal wall

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Inguinal Canal

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Hormone released from the pituitary gland at roughly monthly intervals that helps to stimulate one oocyte to undergo meiosis

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Luteinizing Hormone (LH)

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Process of cell division that occurs during the formation of a mature ovum or spermatocyte

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Meiosis

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First menstrual cycle

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Menarche

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Ending of menses

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Menopause

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Cycle lasting approximately 28 days in which physiologic changes occur in the uterus and associated reproductive organs

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Menstrual Cycle

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Peritoneal fold that helps to hold the ovaries in place

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Mesovarium

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Round fat pad over the female pubic symphysis

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Mons Pubis

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Precursor to mature egg

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Oocyte

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One of two ligaments that help to hold the ovaries in place

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Ovarian Ligament

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Observable characteristics of an organism that results from genetic composition and environmental factors

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Phenotype

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Nucleic acid made from DNA in the cell’s nucleus, it moves to the cytoplasm of the cell where it serves as a template of the production of proteins

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Ribonucleic Acid (RNA)

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One of several ligaments that supports the uterus

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Round Ligament

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Pair of pouches that secrete a sugar and protein ejaculatory fluid

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Seminal Vesicles

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Cord composed of the testicular artery venous plexus, lymph vessles, nerves, connective tissue, and the cremaster muscle

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Spermatic Cord

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Maturation process resulting in the formation of functional spermatozoa

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Spermatogenesis

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Painful condition characterized by a testicle that is twisted about the spermatic cord

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Testicular Torsion

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Outer group of cells in zygote that develop to become the placenta

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Trophoblast

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Special device that uses sound waves to determine the location and shape of internal tissue and organs

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Ultrasound

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Anterior triangle of the perineum that contains the external genitalia

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Urogenital Triangle

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One of seven ligaments that support the uterus

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Uterosacral Ligament

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Pear-shaped female reproductive organ located in the midline of the lower abdomen that allows the implantation, growth, and nourishment of a fetus during pregnancy

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Uterus

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Space into which the vagina and the urethra open

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Vestibule

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female external genitalia, also called the pudendum

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Vulva

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Fertilized Ovum

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Zygote

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