Male Reproduction Flashcards
1
Q
Where does spermatogenesis occur?
A
Sertoli cells of seminiferous tubules of testes
2
Q
When does spermatogenesis occur?
A
Continues from puberty until death
3
Q
Spermatogenesis begins with…
A
1 primary spermatocyte
4
Q
Spermatogenesis ends with…
A
4 haploid cells (round) called spermatids
5
Q
Spermiogenesis
A
Spermatids-> spermatozoa in seminiferous tubules
1. Sheds cytoplasm
2. Condensed nucleus
3. Adds acrosome
4. Adds flagellum
6
Q
What is capacitation?
A
- Newly ejaculation sperm cannot fertilize an egg
- Sperm must undergo series of biochemical reactions (capacitation)
7
Q
How long does capacitation take?
A
5-7hrs
8
Q
Where does capacitation occur?
A
Uterus & oviducts
Facilitated by substances of female genital tract
