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Female Reproductive Organs Flashcards

1
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What is the primary function of the ovaries?

A

To produce eggs and hormones such as estrogen and progesterone.

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True or False: The fallopian tubes are responsible for transporting eggs from the ovaries to the uterus.

A

True

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3
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Fill in the blank: The _______ is the muscular organ where a fertilized egg can develop into a fetus.

A

uterus

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4
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following structures is NOT part of the female reproductive system? A) Ovaries B) Uterus C) Prostate D) Vagina

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C) Prostate

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What is the role of the cervix in the female reproductive system?

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To connect the uterus to the vagina and allow the passage of menstrual fluid and sperm.

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True or False: The vagina is a muscular tube that extends from the cervix to the outside of the body.

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True

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What are the two main hormones produced by the ovaries?

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Estrogen and progesterone.

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8
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Fill in the blank: The _______ is the site of fertilization in the female reproductive system.

A

fallopian tube

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9
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Multiple Choice: Which part of the female reproductive system is responsible for the menstrual cycle? A) Ovaries B) Fallopian tubes C) Uterus D) All of the above

A

D) All of the above

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10
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What is the name of the tissue that lines the uterus?

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Endometrium

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True or False: The labia majora are the inner folds of skin surrounding the vaginal opening.

A

False

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What is the function of the fimbriae?

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To help guide the egg from the ovary into the fallopian tube.

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Fill in the blank: The _______ provides protection and lubrication to the vagina.

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vaginal walls

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Multiple Choice: Which structure is primarily involved in the production of female gametes? A) Uterus B) Ovaries C) Vagina D) Cervix

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B) Ovaries

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What is the function of the clitoris?

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To provide sexual pleasure; it is highly sensitive and contains erectile tissue.

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16
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What is the name of the pouch of skin that surrounds and protects the external genitalia?

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Mons pubis

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Multiple Choice: The primary function of the uterus is to: A) Produce eggs B) House a developing fetus C) Transport sperm D) Produce hormones

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B) House a developing fetus

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18
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What is ovulation?

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The release of an egg from the ovary.

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19
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True or False: The menstrual cycle is typically 28 days long.

20
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What hormone triggers ovulation?

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Luteinizing hormone (LH)

21
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Fill in the blank: The _______ is the part of the female reproductive system that serves as the birth canal.

22
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Multiple Choice: Which hormone is primarily responsible for the thickening of the uterine lining? A) Estrogen B) Progesterone C) Luteinizing hormone D) Follicle-stimulating hormone

A

A) Estrogen

23
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What are the primary external structures of the female reproductive system called?

24
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True or False: The ovaries are located in the pelvic cavity.

25
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What is the process called when the uterine lining sheds if no fertilization occurs?

A

Menstruation

26
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Fill in the blank: The _______ connects the uterus to the abdominal cavity and is involved in the menstrual cycle.

27
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Multiple Choice: The main function of the fallopian tubes is to: A) Produce eggs B) Transport eggs C) House the fetus D) Regulate hormones

A

B) Transport eggs

28
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What is the role of estrogen in the female reproductive system?

A

To regulate the menstrual cycle and support reproductive health.

29
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True or False: The vagina has a self-cleaning mechanism.

30
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What is the name of the procedure to remove the uterus?

A

Hysterectomy

31
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Multiple Choice: Which part of the female reproductive system is involved in hormone production? A) Ovaries B) Uterus C) Fallopian tubes D) Vagina

A

A) Ovaries

32
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What is the purpose of the uterine lining?

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To provide a suitable environment for a fertilized egg to implant and develop.

33
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True or False: The corpus luteum forms after the egg is released from the ovary.

34
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Fill in the blank: The _______ is the inner layer of the uterus that is shed during menstruation.

A

endometrium

35
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True or False: The vagina can stretch to accommodate childbirth.

36
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What is the role of the progesterone hormone?

A

To prepare the endometrium for potential implantation of a fertilized egg.

37
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Fill in the blank: The _______ is the lower part of the uterus that opens into the vagina.

38
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Multiple Choice: The menstrual cycle is regulated by which gland? A) Thyroid B) Adrenal C) Pituitary D) Pancreas

A

C) Pituitary

39
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True or False: The female reproductive system is entirely external.

40
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a function of the uterus? A) Menstruation B) Fetal development C) Egg production D) Hormone secretion

A

C) Egg production

41
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True or False: The fallopian tubes have muscular walls to help move the egg.

42
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What is the role of the endometrium?

A

To provide a nutrient-rich environment for a fertilized egg.

43
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Multiple Choice: What hormone is responsible for the maintenance of the uterine lining during pregnancy? A) Estrogen B) Progesterone C) Testosterone D) Luteinizing hormone

A

B) Progesterone

44
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What is the term for the absence of menstruation?

A

Amenorrhea

45
Q

True or False: The ovaries are located on either side of the uterus.

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