lesson 1

Question 1

The biological system made up of all anatomical organs involved in sexual reproduction.

Answer 1

Reproductive System (Genetal System)

Question 2

• Produces male gametes (sperm cells)
• Transfer them to the female

Answer 2

Male Reproductive System

Question 3

• Produces female gametes (egg cells/ovum)
(singular: ovum plural: ova)
• Receives male gametes
• Carries the baby throughout it’s develop

Answer 3

Female Reproductive System

Question 4

Regulates the temperature of the testes

Answer 4

Scrotum

Question 5

At what temperature does sperm form best at?

Answer 5

35°C

Question 6

Deposits the sperm into the vagina during mating

Answer 6

Penis

Question 7

Hangs behind the penis and contains the testicles. It acts as a climate control system for the testes.

Answer 7

Scrotum

Question 8

Responsible for making testosterone and producing sperm cells

Answer 8

Testis

Question 9

A long, coiled tube that rests on the back side of each testicle. It carries, stores, and brings the sperm to maturity.

Answer 9

Epididymis

Question 10

It transports mature sperm to the urethra in preparation for ejaculation

Answer 10

Vas Deferens

Answer 11

Vasectomy

Question 12

Formed by the fusion of the vas deferens and the seminal vesicles

Answer 12

Ejaculatory Duct

Question 13

Carries urine from the bladder to outside of the body

Answer 13

Urethra

Question 14

Produces a sugar-rich fluid (fructose) that provides sperms with a source of energy and help with the sperm’s motility (ability to move)

Answer 14

Seminal Vesicle

Question 15

A walnut like structure which contributes additional fluid to the ejaculate, and help nourish the sperm

Answer 15

Prostate Gland

Question 16

• Also called the Bulbourethral Gland
• Produce a clear, slippery fluid that empties directly into the urethra. This fluid serves to lubricate the urethra and to neutralize any acidity due to residual drops of urine in the urethra

Answer 16

Cowper’s Gland

Question 17

Site of oogenesis; produces hormones estrogen and progesterone

Answer 17

Ovary

Question 18

Production of sperm cells

Answer 18

Spermatogenesis

Question 19

Picks up ovum from the ovary

Answer 19

Fimbriae

Question 20

Passage from ovary to uterus; site of fertilization

Answer 20

Fallopian Tube (Oviduct)

Question 21

Nourishes the embryo ; sheds during menstruation

Answer 21

Endometrium

Question 22

Site of egg implantation; embryo development

Answer 22

Uterus

Question 23

Muscular opening of the uterus

Answer 23

Cervix

Question 24

Entrance of the penis; also called the birth canal

Answer 24

Vagina

Question 25

Pathway of the sperm

Answer 25

1. Vagina 2. Cervix 3. Uterus 4. Fallopian Tube

Question 26

Chemical messengers of the body. They are important to maintain homeostasis

Answer 26

Hormones

Question 27

MALE: Signals sperm production (spermatogenesis)

Answer 27

Follicle-Stimulating Hormone (FSH)

Question 28

MALE: Stimulates production of testosterone

Answer 28

Luteinizing Hormone (LH)

Question 29

• Most important male hormones • Responsible for regulating sex differentiation

Answer 29

Testosterone

Question 30

FEMALE: Signals development of egg cells

Answer 30

Follicle-Stimulating Hormone (FSH)

Question 31

FEMALE: Plays a role in the development of ova, and stimulation of estradiol and progesterone production

Answer 31

Luteinizing Hormone (LH)

Question 32

• Instrumental in breast development , fat distribution in the hips, legs, and breasts. • Secreted by ovaries PRIOR to ovulation

Answer 32

Estrogen

Question 33

• Helps prepare the body for potential pregnancy • Secreted by ovaries after ovulation • If egg is not fertilized, progesterone levels become low and menstruation happens

Answer 33

Progesterone