Mammalian reproductive system Flashcards
1
Q
What is a hormone?
A
A chemical messenger which is transported within the blood to act on a target organ
2
Q
Which system regulates the secretion of hormones?
A
Endocrine
3
Q
What is parturition?
A
Giving birth
4
Q
What is gestation?
A
Pregnancy
5
Q
What are the functions of the oestrous cycle?
A
• Produce ova
• Prepare tract for fertilised ova
• Influence females behaviour to show she is sexually receptive
6
Q
What does polyoestrous mean
A
Animals are fertile several times a year- have several oestrous cycles per year
7
Q
What does seasonally polyoestrous mean
A
Animals have more than one oestrous cycle per year but only during certain times of year
8
Q
What does monooestrous mean
A
Animals have only one cycle per year
