Production of Gametes

Question 1

Define oogenesis

Answer 1

The process of division to create an ovum

Question 2

Define spermatogenesis

Answer 2

The process of producing sperm

Question 3

What are the primary sex organs of the male?

Answer 3

Testis

Question 4

Define gametes

Answer 4

Haploid cells that serve the purpose of reproduction

Question 5

What are the processes involved in spermatogenesis and oogenesis

Answer 5

Meiosis 1, Meiosis 2, Maturation

Question 6

Differences between spermatogenesis and oogenesis

Answer 6

Spermatogenesis:
- produces 4 gametes
- occurs in the seminiferous tubules
Oogenesis:
- produces 1 gamete
- occurs in the ovaries

Question 7

Glands that secrete seminal fluid

Answer 7

Seminal vesical, prostate gland, bulbo-urethral gland

Question 8

Define a polar body

Answer 8

A cell that separates from the immature cell during meiosis produced in the first or second division that contains a nucleus but very little cytoplasm

Question 9

What happens to the cells lining the seminiferous tubules at puberty and what are they called?

Answer 9

Spermatogonia begin to divide by mitosis to provide a continuous source of new cells for the production of spermatozoa