gamete production and fertilisation Flashcards
1
Q
state where the sperm and testosterone are produced in the testes
A
sperm is produced in the seminiferous tubules and testosterone is produced in the interstitial cells
2
Q
what are the accessory glands, what do they produce and why
A
the accessory glands are the prostate gland and the seminal vesicles.
the prostate gland produces enzymes that keep fluid at the right consistency
the seminal vesicles produce fructose
they do this is maintain the mobility and viability of sperm
3
Q
where are the ova found
A
the ovaries
4
Q
what role does the follicle play in the production of the ovum
A
the follicle protects the ovum and secretes hormones
5
Q
what is the process of fertilisation
A
mature ova are released into the oviduct where they may be fertilised by sperm to form a zygote
