Chapter 11 - Reproductive Cycles And Fertilisation

Question 0

What is the menstrual cycle?

Answer 0

A cycle where changes in the lining of the uterus is closely associated with stages in the ovarian cycle.

Question 1

How many immature eggs does the ovaries contain at birth?

Answer 1

400000 immature eggs.

Question 4

Major stages of the Menstrual cycle.

Answer 4

1-4 Menstruation - uterine bleeding, accompanied by shedding of the endometrium.

5-12 Pre ovulation - endometrial repair begins; development of ovarian follicle, releasing egg

13-15 Ovulation - Rupture of mature follicle, releasing egg

16-20 Secretion - Secretion of watery mucus by glands if endometrium, cervix and uterine tubes; movement and breakdown of unfertilized egg; development of corpus luteum

21-28 Premenstruation - Degenerstion of corpus luteum; deterioration of endometrium.

Question 5

Define Menarche.

Answer 5

When menstruation first begins in a female.

Question 6

What is a Pituitary Gland?

Answer 6

Important endocrine gland associated with the reproductive system.