Exercise 8: Reproductive System: Physio Quiz

Question 1

The interstitial cells of Leydig ….

Answer 1

are found in the seminiferous tubules

Question 2

Undescended Testes will reduce sperm count…

Answer 2

because normal body temperature is too warm for normal sperm development

Question 3

The function of the Epididymis is

Answer 3

Sperm Maturation

Question 4

Which of the male reproductive glands makes the largest contribution (by volume) to the semen?

Answer 4

Seminal Vesicles

Question 5

The acrosome of a sperm cell contains….

Answer 5

enzymes for penetration of the secondary oocyte

Question 6

Functions of the male reproductive tract:

Answer 6

• Production of testosterone
• Production of sexual gametes
• Transfering the males sexual gametes to female
• Secretion of materil like Prostagladins/alkaline buffers and fructose

Question 7

Part of the _______ ____________ of the uterus is sloughed off during menstruation.

Answer 7

Stratum Functionalis

Question 8

During what phase, the corpus luteum secretes several hormones including progesterone and inhibin?

Answer 8

Postovulatory Phase (Secretory Phase)

Question 9

During what phase, occurs due to high estrogen levels coming form the developing ovarian follicles?

Answer 9

Preovlulatory Phase (Proliferative Phase)

Question 10

To what hormone do ovaries respond to release mature follicles?

Answer 10

Luteinizing Hormone (LH)

Question 11

The __________ is the early pre-embryonic stage that implants in the uterine lining.

Answer 11

Blastocyst

Question 12

The Stage of rapid mitotic cell division of the zygote that occurs immediately after fertilization and eventually leading to the formation of a solid ball of cells is called….

Answer 12

Cleavage